Attempted Abductions - Archive Files

Girl rescued
from clutches of abductor in Sydney

A SIX-YEAR-OLD girl was rescued from the
clutches of a would-be abductor by two women who pulled
her from the man in a "tug of war".

The girl was riding her scooter near a toilet block in
Turramurra Park, in Sydney's north, about 5.30pm (AEDT)
yesterday when a man grabbed her, police say.

He used his hand to muzzle her as she screamed and struggled
to break free.

Police say the man would have succeeded in abducting the
child if two women exercising nearby hadn't noticed her
struggle and stepped in to help.

The two women ran to aid the girl, pulling her from the
man's arms in what the police say was "a little bit of tug
of war."

The man dropped the girl and fled into bushland, while one
woman chased him.

The girl was unharmed but shaken and distressed by the
incident.

Police said despite this type of crime was unusual for
the area, and they are concerned the offender might strike
again.

"The mere fact that this guy has had the gall to actually
grab this girl, with other people being around ... if he's
gone to this level, we have a high concern that he will
strike again," Inspector Colin Lott, from Kuring-Gai local
area command, told AAP.

"If he's gone to this level, we have a high concern that he
will strike again."

The six-year-old has told police she did not know the man
but that she had seen him sitting in his car in a carpark
near the park as she entered.

Police don't have any suspects at this stage but say they
have identified his vehicle as a 2004 or 2005 grey Commodore
station wagon with roof racks.

The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged
in his late 40s, with dark hair that may be greying, a
medium build and around 183cm tall.

He was dressed in dark pants, a blue/grey dress shirt and
dark business shoes.

Teen approached – #Greystanes

Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed a teenaged
boy being approached by two men in Greystanes yesterday afternoon.

The 14-year-old boy has told police he was pushing his bicycle
along Greystanes Road about 1.30pm when his path was blocked by a
silver van.

A man who had been a passenger in the van reportedly grabbed at
the boy but he ran away.

Police were told the van followed the boy to intersection of
Doris and Dawn Streets where was grabbed by the passenger before the
boy was able to escape from his grasp.

The boy ran home and police were contacted.

The passenger is described as being a middle-aged Caucasian man,
about 180cm tall, with long dark brown hair. At the time he was
wearing a maroon shirt, black jeans and white sports shoes. Police
were told his bottom lip was pierced.

The driver was described only as being a man with short, dark
‘scruffy’ hair.

Police are now appealing to anyone who may have seen the
incident, or recognises the mens’ descriptions, to contact
Merrylands Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Young girl grabbed from behind

BY SIMONE NORRIE

17 Jan, 2012 03:07 PM

Canberra Police are looking for two men after a 13-year-old girl was
allegedly grabbed from behind at the back of Mount Ainslie yesterday.

ACT Police said they were called to a horse trail at the back of
Northcott Drive in Campbell about 4pm after a report of an assault.

They said the teenager, who had been walking her dog, had entered
Mount Ainslie from Hackett and was near the dam when a man grabbed her
from behind.

"The man grabbed her around the top of her head and called for
another man who was nearby to assist. As the young girl began to yell
the first man grabbed her arm. The young girl continued to yell and was
able to break free before running away,” they said.

A passerby called police after discovering the girl lying face
down on the ground in a disorientated state.

The first man is described as very tall with a skinny build and
blonde hair, and he was about 20 years of age. He was wearing white
runners and a green-coloured shirt.

The second man was also described as about 20 years of age and
very tall. He possibly had brown or blonde hair, and was wearing white
runners and a number of earrings in one ear.

The girl was taken to Canberra Hospital with minor injuries.

Anyone who may have been in the area around 4pm yesterday and saw
two men matching these descriptions, or anyone who is able to assist
police with the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000, or via its website at
www.act.crimestoppers.com.au

Girl escapes attempted
abduction

AAP

January 17, 20124:03PM

A 10-YEAR-OLD girl has managed to escape from a couple
who tried to drag her into a car in Sydney's west.

Police say a man and a woman in a silver sedan stopped
alongside the girl in Greystanes on Sunday afternoon as she was
walking along Beresford Road.

The girl ignored the male driver when he started to talk to
her and carried on walking.

Police say the man then got out of the car and grabbed the
girl in an attempt to drag her into the vehicle.

The girl managed to wriggle free and run away.

The incident was reported to police last night.

The man is described as 150cm to 170cm tall, with long black
hair tied in a ponytail, brown eyes and unshaven.

He was wearing a black coat, black pants and black Nike shoes.

The woman in the front passenger seat had blonde hair tied in
a bun.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Merrylands Police
or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

‘PLAY SAFE, STAY
SAFE’ Parents urged to be on the lookout for suspicious vehicle –
Ulladulla

Police appeal for
witnesses to attempted abduction – Sylvania

Police in Sydney’s south are conducting inquiries after a woman tried
to snatch a young boy from outside his Sylvania home.

The
10-year-old boy was skateboarding in the driveway of a McIntyre Crescent
residence just after 1pm (Monday 2 January 2011), when a silver-coloured
sedan pulled up alongside him.

An unknown woman got out of the car and spoke with the boy before
grabbing hold of his wrist.

He managed to break free before the woman again took hold of him
by the neck, causing him pain.

The boy escaped and screamed out for help.

His father, who was inside the house, ran to the front of the
property to see the offender’s car travelling north along McIntyre
Crescent.

Police from Miranda Local Area Command were alerted to the
incident and attended the scene.

A canvass of the surrounding neighbourhood was undertaken by
officers in a bid to identify any witnesses.

The victim was left distressed by the incident but suffered no
significant injuries.

Investigating officers are appealing for public assistance as
they continue their inquiries.

The offender is described as being aged in her late 20s, of
Caucasian appearance, 150-160cm tall with a medium build and long wavy
blonde hair.

She was driving a silver-coloured sedan similar to a Subaru
Liberty.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in
the vicinity of McIntyre Crescent, Sylvania, or has any information
about this incident is urged to contact Miranda Police or Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Attempted abduction - Orange

Sunday, 01 January 2012 02:09:34 PM

Police are encouraging parents and guardians to reinforce the ‘Safe
People, Safe Places’ message with their children following the attempted
abduction of a girl at Orange last night.

About 9pm (Saturday 31 December 2011), the 8-year-old girl was playing in
the front yard of a house on Hill Street when she was approached by a man.

The man grabbed her on the arm and tried to pull her away. The girl
screamed and managed to run away.

The girl’s mother was inside the house at the time and called police.

Police from Canobolas Local Area Command patrolled the area but the man
could not be found.

The girl has was not hurt and has told police the man is Caucasian, 20 to
30 years of age, unshaven, blue eyes and wearing a black hoodie and baggy jeans.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who saw the
man in the area to contact Orange Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Witness appeal following possible attempted
child stealing

Friday, 25 November 2011 17:18

Victorian
Detectives are appealing for public information following the possible
attempted abduction of a 12-year-old girl in Red Cliffs on Monday 21
November 2011.

Police have been told the girl was walking along Kauri Street around
5.45pm when she noticed a dark coloured sedan being driven by a man.

The man got out of the vehicle and approached the girl, she avoided him
and ran off west along Westcliffs Avenue.

Police have released a drawing of a vehicle which matches the
description of the vehicle involved.

Police are unable to provide a description of the driver at this stage.

Investigators would like anyone who may have witnessed this incident or
who may have any information about this vehicle to contact Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Mildura Police station on 50185344.

Cops hunt man after child kidnap bid at Henry St,
Hawthorn

PARENTS are on high alert after a man allegedly offered two young
children apples and asked one of them to get into a vehicle in Melbourne's
east.

Police have been told a boy, 10, was at the "Rocket park’’ in Henry St,
Hawthorn with a girl, 4, about 7pm on Sunday.

An unknown man asked the boy to get into his vehicle, believed to be a white
van.

The child refused and went back to his family, who were at a nearby BBQ area.

The attempted abduction prompted Glenferrie Early Childhood Centre directors
to email parents yesterday and warn them of the predator.

No one was injured during the incident.

Police said the man was described as 20 to 25 years, 180cm tall, with a slim
build and dark brown hair.

Investigators believe he wore a white shirt, black jacket and jeans.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and anyone with any information is
urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
www.crimestoppers.com.au

Child approached - East Maitland

Saturday, 19 November 2011 05:56:08 PM

NSW Police are appealing for information after a child was approached in the
Hunter region.

About 3.40pm Thursday (17 November 2011), a 13-year-old girl was walking from
the bus stop in Brunswick Street, East Maitland, when a gold or brown four-door
sedan stopped next to her.

The male driver allegedly tried to entice the girl into the vehicle.

The girl declined and continued to walk along the street and after a short
time, the man in the car drove off.

The girl reported the incident to her grandparents and police were contacted.

Police from Central Hunter Local Area Command are investigating the incident
and would like to speak to a man they believe may be able to assist with
inquiries.

He is described as being about 60 years old, with a solid build, grey hair
and spiked up in the middle. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a black
jumper. The girl told police the man spoke with an accent, possibly English.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the identity
and whereabouts of the man should contact Maitland Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Attempted abduction of teenager - Castle Hill

Thursday, 17 November 2011 03:13:08 AM

Police are appealing for information after the attempted abduction of
a teenage girl in Castle Hill yesterday (Wednesday 16 November).

About 6.45pm, a 15-year-old girl was walking along Cecil Avenue when
a car pulled up alongside her.

A man allegedly got out of the car and grabbed the girl in an attempt
to drag her into the vehicle.

The girl managed to wrestle free from the man’s grasp and, in the
process, sustained a wound to her leg. She ran from the scene to a
nearby friend’s house, before attending Castle Hill Police Station to
report the matter.

The man is described as being approximately 20 years old with thick
hands. At the time of the incident he was wearing a grey hooded jumper
and navy tracksuit pants.

He was last seen driving a metallic blue, newer model, four-door Ford
sedan along Cecil Avenue towards Old Northern Road.

Police are investigating the incident and are encouraging anyone who
may have witnessed the attempted abduction to contact Castle Hill Police
Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached - Central Hunter LAC

Wednesday, 16 November 2011 02:22:14 PM

NSW Police are appealing for information after a child was
approached in Thornton on Monday (14 November 2011).

About 6.30pm, a 9-year-old boy was riding his push bike near the
cross section of Taylor Avenue and Eurimbla Street when he was
approached by a man.

The man was driving a baby blue coloured car, with a four leaf
clover sticker on the windscreen, when he approached the boy and asked
him if he wanted a lift home.

The man then allegedly asked the boy for money, before getting out
of the car and reaching into the boy’s pocket.

The boy managed to get back on his bike and ride away from the
scene. He reported the incident to his mother when he arrived home.

The man is described as being approximately 40-years-old, of
Caucasian appearance, with tanned skin and short, black, slightly
receding hair.

At the time of the incident he was wearing black sunglasses, dark
purple swimmers and a black and white striped shirt.

Police are conducting an investigation into the incident and are
appealing for anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.

Suspicious
activity/Assault of child, Hillcrest

Police are investigating an incident in which a man assaulted
a young child at Hillcrest.

Preliminary information
indicates that a man approached a seven-year-old girl and
10-year-old girl whilst they were playing out the front of a
Conifer Street home around 6.15pm.

The man, unknown to both girls, picked the seven year old
child up in his arms before letting go of her when she struggled
and screamed.

The children’s father responded to the scream immediately
and when he went to the front of the house, the man had fled on
foot from the area.

Logan District Police and the Dog Squad attended the
scene and conducted extensive searches of the area.

Police are appealing for public assistance to help
identify the man who is described as Caucasian in appearance,
aged in his mid 20’s to early 30’s, between 165-175cm tall, slim
build, with short cropped dark coloured hair and an unshaven
face.

Logan detectives would like to speak to anyone who may
have seen a man matching this description in the area or who may
have noticed anyone acting suspiciously to contact Crime
Stoppers.

The children were not physically injured and police
investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist police
with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers
anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a
day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer
organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police
Service.

Alleged attempt abduction - Castle Hill

Friday, 11 November 2011 10:25:12 PM

Police are appealing for the public to remain vigilant following
an alleged attempted abduction of two children in Sydney’s north-west.

About 11.20am (Friday 11 November 2011), two six-year-old girls were
playing in a school playground area in Lee Shore Place, Castle Hill,
when they were allegedly approached by a man.

The girls allege the man grabbed the pair, but they managed to break
away and ran home where they were later discovered by a parent.

The mother returned the girls to school where they reported the
incident and police were contacted.

Police from The Hills Local Area Command are investigating and
would like to speak with a man who may be able to assist with inquiries
into the incident.

The man has been described to police as being aged in his teens. At the
time of the alleged incident he was wearing a black and red beanie,
black framed sunglasses, a black top with short, blue sleeves, black
trousers and black lace-up shoes.

Anyone with information about the alleged or similar incidents, or the
identity or current whereabouts of person/s who may be able to assist
with inquiries, is asked to contact Castle Hill Police or Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Child approached – #LakeIllawarra LAC

Police are investigating an incident in which a young boy was allegedly
approached by a man in the Lake Illawarra region.

About 6pm on Wednesday (12 October 2011), the 12-year-old boy was
riding his bike near his home in Urana Way, Flinders, when he saw a
white van approaching.

The van slowed and a man inside asked the boy for directions before
inviting him into the vehicle.

The boy rode home and told his parents.

Detectives from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command are now
investigating the alleged incident and wish to speak with a man who may
be able to help with their inquiries.

He is described as being about 50-years-old, with a dark-brown,
wrinkled complexion, and short black hair. At the time of the incident,
he was wearing a dark baseball cap and a fluoro-yellow work shirt with a
dark-blue collar.

The van is described as being white and square-shaped, with dark
windows at the front and on the tailgate, and yellow and black NSW
registration plates.

It’s believed the man was the sole occupant of the vehicle.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who knows the identity of the
man should contact Lake Illawarra detectives or Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.

Police release COM-FIT of man following
suspicious approaches to children – Northern Region

Police have released a COM-FIT of a man they want to speak to following
the suspicious approaches to children at Coffs Harbour and Kingscliff in
the state’s north at the weekend.

The first incident occurred on Saturday afternoon (8 October 2011).
Two boys, aged seven and 15, were riding a scooter and skateboard in
Robin Street when an old green sedan stopped.

A male attempted to lure them into the vehicle and when the younger
child approached the car, the teenager held him back. The car then drove
away.

The second incident occurred at Kingscliff about 6.30pm on Sunday (9
October 2011).

A 10-year-old girl was outside her grandmother’s unit complex in Moss
Street when she saw a vehicle stopped nearby. A man then spoke to the
child and attempted to lure her into the vehicle. The young girl became
concerned and ran back into the block of units, reporting the incident
to her mother.

The girl has provided investigators with a description of a man who
may be able to assist with inquiries. He’s described as being of
Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, about 40 years old, overweight,
with a large pointy nose, and short grey hair parted to the side. He
spoke with an Australian accent.

The man was last seen wearing black framed glasses with thick lenses,
and a thick blue sweater.

That description has been used to create a COM-FIT which police hope
may help identify him.

The car the man was driving has been described as a green Jaguar
sedan, or similar, with maps and papers strewn around the vehicle. There
was damage to the driver’s front door and the boot of the vehicle was
open but tied down.

Police believe the incidents at Coffs Harbour and Kingscliff may be
linked and are appealing for anyone who knows the identity of the man or
has any other information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Detectives also believe the person they want to speak to could still
be in NSW or may have travelled to Queensland, which is just north of
Kingscliff.

Attempted abduction at Morphett Vale
SA

Wednesday, 12 October 2011
3:48pm

Police are investigating an attempted abduction of a 15-year-old girl from
Morphett Vale.

The 15-year-old girl reported that between 6.30pm and 7.00pm on Tuesday 11
October 2011, a man attempted to abduct her while she was walking on Elizabeth
Road, at Morphett Vale.

The teenager stated that she saw a blue hatchback with flower stickers on the
back window parked on Elizabeth Road, Morphett Vale, near the intersection with
Windsong Court.

The driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, got out from the car and spoke
aggressively to the victim grabbing her by the arm.

The victim broke free and ran into Windsong Court to a nearby home where she
asked for help.

The victim was not physically injured in the incident.

The man is described as Caucasian, with black/grey short hair and wearing
sunglasses.

He was about 167cms tall of average build and was wearing a red top with
white check pattern and blue jeans.

Police are requesting anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or have
any information regarding this matter, to please contact BankSA Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000 or
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au/.

POLICE have issued a warning for children to be wary of
strangers after launching a cross-border hunt in northern New South
Wales and Queensland for a suspected predator.

The warning comes after a man approached two boys on Saturday afternoon
in Coffs Harbour in northern NSW and a 10-year-old girl in Kingscliff
Queensland, 300km away on Sunday.

NSW Police say they have contacted authorities in Queensland with a
description of the wanted man.

Detective Superintendent John Kerlatec of the Sex Crimes Squad said
victims in both incidents saw maps and papers strewn around the vehicle and
gave similar descriptions of the man involved.

"The distance involved is probably about three to four hours but it's
certainly enough for us to investigate with the local police and (we've)
also been liaising with Queensland police," Det Sup Kerlatec said in Sydney
today.

The incidents are the latest in a series of attempted abductions across
Sydney and NSW in recent months.

Det Supt Kerlatec said parents should tell their children how to respond
when strangers approach.

"If a car pulls up, and you don't know the person inside, don't go in the
car, don't go near the car and keep walking," he said.

Police seek
man after child approached – Kings Cross

NSW Police have released CCTV footage of a person they
believe can assist with their inquiries into the alleged
approach of a school girl at Kings Cross Railway Station earlier
this week.

A 12-year-old school girl had alighted from
a train at Kings Cross about 8am on Monday (19 September 2011)
when she was approached by a man on the platform.

Police were told the man spoke to the girl as she left
the station, following her up the escalators and on to the
street. He allegedly asked her to go with him on a number of
occasions.

The girl left the area with friends and subsequently told
a teacher about the incident with the matter then reported to
police.

Detectives from Kings Cross Local Area Command have been
conducting extensive inquiries into the incident and have now
released footage of a person they would like to speak to in
relation to the matter.

The person depicted in the CCTV footage is described as a
male of Caucasian appearance, between 25 and 30 years old and
with a thin build.

The man, or anyone who knows his identity, should call
Kings Cross Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Attempted abduction -
Woodbine

Police are investigating the attempted
abduction of a young girl in Sydney’s southwest
yesterday afternoon.

About 4pm (Friday
16 September), the 10-year-old girl got off her
school bus at the intersection of Queenscliff
Drive and North Steyne Road at Woodbine.

The girl was approached by a man who
grabbed her and attempted to drag her away.

She managed to break free and run to her
grandparents’ home nearby and raise the alarm.

Police from Campbelltown Local Area
Command were contacted and commenced patrols of
the area for the man involved.

The girl told police he was
Indian/Pakistani appearance, aged in his late
20s, slim build and wearing a blue top, white
shorts and joggers.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who
knows the identity of the man should contact
Campbelltown Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333
000

Two girls approached - Narara

Tuesday, 13 September 2011 01:25:39 PM

NSW Police are reinforcing the safe people safe places message to parents
and children following an incident in the state’s Northern Region yesterday.

About 3.15pm (Monday 12 September), two school girls, a nine-year-old and
a 12-year-old, were walking home from school on Manns Road in Narara.

A white dual-cab utility vehicle slowed down next to the girls and asked
them if they wanted to get in.

The two girls ran home and informed their mother of the incident.

Officers from Gosford Police Station were contacted about the incident and
have gathered descriptions of the man and his vehicle.

He is described as Caucasian, in his early 20s, with short, brown-blonde
curly hair and a skinny build.

Anyone with information that may assist police is encouraged to contact
Gosford Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached - Penrose

Tuesday, 13 September 2011 01:27:08 PM

NSW Police are reinforcing the safe people safe places message to parents
and children following an incident in the state’s Southern Region yesterday.

About 4.30pm (Monday 12 September), a 12-year-old boy was walking home
after school on Kareela Road in Penrose.

A white vehicle, possibly a sedan, stopped next to him and the male driver
asked the boy to get into the car, threatening to harm him if he didn’t.

The boy dropped his school bag and ran into a nearby golf course and hid
within the grounds, while the man in the car drove into the golf course before
driving away.

Police from Bowral Police were contacted about the incident and have
gathered descriptions of the man and his vehicle.

The man is described to be in his late 30s to early 40s with short brown
hair and wearing a white t-shirt. His vehicle was clean, had light coloured
tinted windows and a white and blue fabric covered the steering wheel.

Anyone with information that may assist police is encouraged to contact
Bowral Police Station on 4862 9299 or Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

COMFIT released following child approached -
Paddington

Tuesday, 13 September 2011 04:00:51 PM

Rose Bay police have issued a COMFIT image of a man they believe could
assist with inquiries after a teenager was approached by a man at Paddington
last month.

About 6.30pm Sunday 14 August 2011, a 13-year-old boy was walking with a
dog east on Glenview Street.

At the intersection of MacDonald Street, a car stopped near him and the
male driver attempted to coax him into the vehicle.

The boy walked away and the car drove off and was last seen travelling
west on Glenview Street.

The boy returned home and the incident was reported to police.

The vehicle involved is described as a late model white Subaru. It had
black and gold number plates with the letters LC at the start. The car is
further described as having a rear spoiler, silver coloured rims and had
something, possibly a religious cross, hanging from the rear view mirror.

The driver is described as Caucasian appearance, about 30 years old, with
a skinny build, short blond hair with dark roots and spiked up into a mohawk
type style. He is also described as having a small goatee and at the time he was
wearing a dark blue, long sleeved shirt.

Anyone who has any information about the incident or the man is asked to
contact Rose Bay Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Mum's terror at abduction bid

NT NEWS | September
10th, 2011

ANOTHER child has narrowly avoided being
abducted from his own home when his nearby mother screamed for help.

It was the third attempted abduction across Darwin and Palmerston in
five days.

Mother Julie-Ann Lubke, 30, was still shaken when
she spoke to reporters shortly after the incident.

"I'm still in shock," she said.

"I probably won't let the kids play downstairs by themselves any
more."

Police rushed to Donaldson Crescent, Karama, when they were
alerted to the incident about 11.30am.

They were seen door-knocking and taking fingerprints.

Ms Lubke said she was in her house reading the NT News when she
saw a man reaching over the garden fence to try to grab her two-year-old
son.

"He had his hands up as if he was going to pick him up," she said.
"I don't know if he saw me - I called out real loud."

She said he ran a few metres to a waiting black car - possibly a
Holden Commodore - outside the house with the engine running and a
driver waiting.

The man was described as Caucasian, in his early to mid 20s,
wearing a hat, sunglasses, a black T-shirt and blue board shorts. Police
are continuing their investigation.

The attempted abduction came after an 11-year-old girl on
Wednesday afternoon was attacked in Gray, Palmerston.

The girl told officers a young man had tried to drag her into a
white ute when she bit him on the arm and fled.

A 13-year-old boy on Tuesday also escaped being abducted in Gunn,
Palmerston.
Another case reported on Monday was found to be a hoax.

He urged parents to refresh the rules of stranger danger with
their children.

"It's important parents talk to their children about these
matters," he said.

Anyone with information regarding the attempted abductions is
urged to phone police on 131 444.

Attempted abduction update #3

Monday 12-Sep-2011 03:08 PM

NT Police have received a number of promising leads relating
to a number of attempted abductions that occurred last week in Palmerston and
Karama.

Detective Superintendent Richard Bryson of the Major Crime Division said
that we need people to remain vigilant.

“We’ve had a lot of calls through both the Police Assistance Line as well
as Crime Stoppers and thank those people, however we’re sure that there are
people out there who haven’t yet come forward,” Detective Superintendent Bryson
said.

“We would like to hear from anyone that may have witnessed any of the
three incidents. The 13-year-old boy who was approached on Cunningham Crescent
in Palmerston on Tuesday afternoon or the 11-year-old girl who was approached in
Gray on Wednesday. The two-year-old boy who was almost taken from his home in
Donaldson Court in Karama on Friday at around 11:30 am, was particularly
disturbing.

“These incidents occurred in broad daylight and your information, no
matter how small, may be the piece of the puzzle we need to make an arrest.

“We urge anyone that may recognise the males or the vehicle in the comfit
images, or who may witness any suspicious activity to contact Police immediately
on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”

Attempted Abduction Update 2

Monday 12-Sep-2011 08:40 AM

Northern Territory Police have released an image of the man
wanted for questioning over the alleged attempted abduction of a 13-year-old boy
walking along Cunningham Crescent in Palmerston at around 5:20pm on Tuesday,
September 6th

He is described as a Caucasian male aged around 45 years, approximately
183cms tall and heavy of build. The male attempted to approach the boy however
the boy fled the scene.

The man was travelling in a vehicle believed to be an older model navy
blue Toyota Camry with dark wheel rims.

Attempted Abduction Update

Friday 09-Sep-2011 01:45 PM

Continuing with investigations, members from the General
Crime and the Sex Crimes Divisions have established that the alleged attempted
abduction that was reported in Karama on Monday, was not as originally reported,
and is in no way connected to any other similar incident which has occurred this
week.

Detective Superintendent Richard Bryson of the Major Crime Division said
that Police are continuing their investigations into two other reported
incidents.

“The first of those incidents is that of a 13-year-old boy walking along
Cunningham Crescent in Palmerston at around 5:20pm on Tuesday,” said Detective
Superintendent Bryson.

“He was approached by a Caucasian male aged around 45 years, approximately
183cms tall and heavy of build. The male attempted to approach the boy however
the boy did the right thing and fled the scene.

“The vehicle is described to be an older model navy blue Toyota Camry with
dark wheel rims.

“The second incident Police continue to investigate is of an 11-year-old
girl who was approached by two men in a vehicle in Gray on Wednesday. The
vehicle is described as possibly a ‘Great Wall’ twin cab utility or wagon.

“Our members have spoken to the victim and witnesses and have now released
a comfit image of the alleged offenders.

“The male who approached the girl is described as Caucasian, approximately
18 years of age, bald head with a ‘rat’s tail’, wearing a green shirt and jeans.

“The accompanying male who remained in the passenger seat of the vehicle
is described as Caucasian, approximately 18 years of age, wearing sunglasses and
a white shirt with a picture of late singer, Michael Jackson on it.

Anyone who has any information or saw persons acting suspiciously matching
the descriptions and these locations is urged to contact Police immediately on
131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

There have been a number of reports made to police this week involving
suspicious behaviour around children. Being National Child Protection week it is
a good opportunity to remind parents to talk to their children and reinforce how
to avoid danger and report incidents promptly to police.

Police probe attempted abduction

Jane Holroyd - The Age

September 12, 2011 - 8:55AM

Police are investigating a reported abduction attempt that occurred
in Dandenong in Melbourne’s south east yesterday.

A 16-year-old
girl was walking along Pickett Street at about 4.20pm when a man pulled
his car over and offered her a lift. When the girl refused the man
allegedly grabbed her arm and dragged her a short distance before she
managed to break free.

The offender has been described as being of Indian appearance,
aged in his late 20s, about 160 centimetres tall and clean shaven with
short black hair. He was wearing a black jacket, black pants, white
shirt and black shoes.
The car is believed to have been a faded-red, late 1980s model Toyota
Corolla.

Police have called for anyone who saw the vehicle in the area or
witnessed anything suspicious to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.

Roleystone
Indecent Assault... Can you help?

WA Police are seeking assistance from members of the public
to help locate a man who indecently assaulted a 14 year old
teenage girl.

The young lady was walking along Orchid Drive in Roleystone on
August 29th where the man forced her to the ground. The girl
managed to break free and run from the area.

He is described as being between 18 and19 years of age, of fair
complexion with some pimples on his skin, medium length dark
brown hair, of slim build, around 175cm tall with grey/green
eyes.

At the time of the incident he was wearing black track pants
with a single white stripe down each side and a dark blue polo
shirt.

Anyone who can help identify this person is asked to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Suspicious behaviour, Mansfield

Last
Updated: 09/09/2011

It is believed that an 11-year-old girl was walking along
Linfield Street around 3.45 when she walked past a white sedan
stopped near the intersection with Ham Road.

As the girl walked past, a man got out of the passenger
side and grabbed her hands. The girl pulled away and ran home.
She was not injured. The man did not say anything to her.

The car is described as a rusty, box shaped older model
sedan, possibly an early 1990’s model Holden Commodore.

The man is described as being Caucasian in appearance,
aged in his 60’s, 170cm tall, overweight with grey hair and
beard.

The man driving the car was described as being Caucasian
in appearance, 50 to 55-year-old, medium build and grey hair.

Police have released images of men who may be able to
assist with investigations.

Police are appealing for public assistance and information
from anyone who may recognise the men, may have seen a similar
vehicle in the area at that time or witnessed the incident.

Anyone with information which could assist police
with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers
anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a
day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer
organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police
Service.

Child approached - Mt Colah

Friday, 09 September 2011
10:53:38 AM

NSW Police are appealing for information after a boy was
approached by a man at Mount Colah yesterday afternoon.

About 3:50pm (Thursday 8 September 2011) a 12-year-old boy
was walking along Flinders Place when he was approached by a man
near the entrance to the state forest fire trail.

Police have been told the man called out to the boy and
asked him to go with him claiming his mother was injured.

The boy, who was aware of recent ‘stranger danger’
warnings, ran away and reported the matter to his parents.

Police were later notified and conducted a search of the
area and a canvas of nearby residences.

The man has been described as being of Caucasian
appearance, 20 – 25 years old, 160 – 165cm tall, wearing a long
sleeve black hooded top and light coloured shorts.

He is also described as having muscular legs and fat lips.

Anyone with information about the identity and whereabouts
of the man is urged to contact Hornsby Police or Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Eight-year-old boy escapes
abduction attempt

Amy
Noonan and Adam Hegarty

From:AdelaideNow

September 08, 201112:00AM

An eight-year-old boy managed to break free from an abduction attempt in
Kurralta Park on Tuesday (Adelaide)

He was waiting at bus stop 9 on Anzac Hwy between 8am and 9am when a man
driving a red sedan stopped in front of the boy and asked him to get into the
car so he could take him to school.The boy refused so the man grabbed his arm.
The boy was able to break free and the man fled. He is described as Caucasian in
appearance, aged in his mid-30s with medium-length red hair, facial freckles and
wearing a red shirt.

Police appeal following sexual assault of boy -
Greystanes

Thursday, 08 September 2011 11:24:41 AM

NSW Detectives investigating the sexual assault of a 15-year-old boy in
Sydney’s west last night are appealing for public assistance.

The boy was reportedly grabbed from behind by a man while walking through
a park on Alpha Road at Greystanes, about 7.15pm (Wednesday 7 September 2011).

Police have been told the man dragged the boy to near toilet block in
Alpha Road Park and sexually assaulted him.

The boy managed to escape and ran to a home on nearby Hibiscus Street
where police were notified.

Detectives attached to Holroyd Local Area Command attended the park and
established a crime scene which was examined by specialist forensic officers.

The boy was taken to The Children’s Hospital, Westmead, for examination.

Holroyd Local Area Command Duty Officer, Inspector Sonya Tabor, said
police are extremely concerned about the seriousness of the assault.

“It appears to be a random and opportunistic assault and – given the
predatory nature of the attack – we are appealing for public assistance to
identify the man,” said Inspector Tabor.

The man is described as being of black African appearance, about 185cm
tall and wearing a fluorescent yellow shirt.

Anyone who witnessed the assault, or any suspicious activity in the
vicinity of Alpha Road Park at Greystanes last night, is urged to contact
Holroyd Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached –
South West Rocks #childapproached

Police are reinforcing the safety message to parents and children
following an incident on the state’s mid north coast yesterday.

About 8.30am (Tuesday 7 September), a nine-year-old boy was riding
his skateboard near the intersection of Mitchell and Simpson Streets in
South West Rocks on his way to school.

A dark green van stopped next to him and the male driver asked
the boy if he wanted a lift.

The boy did not answer the man and continued riding, while the
van followed him for a short time before driving away.

Police from the Mid North Coast Local Area Command were contacted
about the incident and have gathered descriptions of the man and his
vehicle.

He is of Caucasian appearance, 55 to 60 years of age, with
scruffy, unkempt grey hair and moustache. His vehicle is only described
as a green van without any windows or writing on the side.

Children approached by man - Cessnock

Wednesday, 07 September 2011 12:02:06 AM

NSW Police are searching for a man after he tried to entice three young
girls into his car in Cessnock today.

About 12.50pm (Tuesday 6 September 2011) three 11-year-old girls were in a
laneway adjacent their school on Edgeworth Street, Cessnock, when a man drove up
behind them and tried to entice them into his vehicle, only described as a small
white car.

When the girls refused, the man angrily demanded the girls get in his car.
The girls then ran away and reported the incident.

The man is described as Caucasian appearance, about 60 years old, slim
build, with an olive complexion and wrinkles.

At the time he was wearing a black and red coloured t-shirt and a black
cap.

Attempted Abductions

NT General Crime Members are again reminding parents and
children of the Four R’s following two separate attempted abductions this week.

Commander James O’Brien of the Darwin Metropolitan Command said that
children and their parents need to be aware of what to do in these situations.

“It was reported that a 14-year-old girl was at a bus stop on Calytrix
Drive in Karama on Monday at around 5:00 pm when she was approached by a male,”
said Commander O’Brien.

“It is believed that he was driving a white, old and slightly damaged four
door vehicle when he stopped to speak to the girl and grabbed her by the arm.

“She did the right thing in refusing his offers and leaving the area on a
bus. The incident was reported to Police the following day.

The male involved is described to be of Aboriginal appearance, aged in his
early 20’s and approximately 180cms tall. He has brown hair, an athletic build
and at the time of the incident was wearing a white t-shirt, long green or blue
shorts and possibly a green hat.

“In a separate incident, a 13-year-old boy was walking home from school
along Cunningham Crescent in Palmerston at 5:20pm yesterday when he was
approached by a male in a vehicle.

“The male tried to grab the victim; however the boy fled the area.

“The alleged offender is described to be of Caucasian appearance, aged
around 45 years, approximately183cms tall and heavy build. He has brown short
scruffy hair and a small dark moustache. At the time of the incident he was
wearing thin black framed reading glasses and a long sleeved black work shirt or
jacket with a distinctive fluoro red or orange band around the chest area. He
was driving an older model navy blue Toyota Camry with black wheel rims.

“These children did the right thing in fleeing the area and reporting the
incident. I again urge all parents across the Territory to sit down with their
children and remind them of the ‘Four R’s’:

Recognise the danger

Refuse any offer

Run away

Report it to the first person they feel safe with.

“Incidents of this nature tug at the heart strings of every member of our
community. In striving to keep our community safe and protecting our children I
urge members of the public to be vigilant and if they see any suspicious
behaviour near schools or bus stops, to contact Police on 131 444 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

“This also coincides with National Child Protection Week which runs from
4-11 September. For further information visit www.napcan.org.au.”

Man arrested for
indecent behaviour

Wednesday, 7 September 2011
3:44pm

SA Patrol officers from Netley Police arrested a 23-year-old man from
Henley Beach South on Tuesday, 6 September 2011 and charged him with indecent
behaviour.

The arrest followed the investigation into an incident that occurred at
4pm on Tuesday afternoon when a teenaged school girl was followed by the man in
his car who was exposing himself as she was walking along Seaview Road at Henley
Beach.

The girl was upset but not physically harmed by the man.

The man was granted police bail to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates
Court in October.

Police urge any person who may have any information that may assist with
the investigation or may have witnessed this incident to contact Bank SA Crime
Stoppers 1800 333 000.

Suspicious
behaviour - Holden Hill

Tuesday, 6 September 2011 7:42pm

SA Police are investigating the suspicious behaviour of a driver
who gestured to a teenage girl to get into his van at Holden Hill today.

At about 11.20am, the girl was walking alone on Lyons Road (near Chrysler
Road) when a man driving a white van pulled up next to her gesturing for her to
come closer.

The driver then opened the passenger door inviting the girl inside.

The girl was afraid and ran away.

The driver did a U-turn and waved at the woman before driving away.

The suspect van is described as a white, possibly an older model
Mitsubishi or Toyota.

The driver is described as a man of Caucasian appearance, with scruffy
dark brown hair just above his shoulders, aged about 50 with a heavy build and
wearing a long sleeved shirt.

Police ask anyone with information to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000 and ask if anyone has been victim to a similar incident to phone
the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.

Stranger Danger.
Just a timely reminder.

Monday, 5 September 2011 3:47pm

Following two recent incidents in the Salisbury area where young children
have been approached and spoken to by a male offering lollies, Elizabeth Police
will be working with schools in the area to raise the awareness of Stranger
Danger.

Police also encourage parents and carers to speak with their children
about Stranger Danger.

Parents should reinforce with their children that they should not engage
in conversation with strangers.

To not accept any gifts or offerings such as lollies and never get into a
vehicle with someone that they do not know, no matter what story they tell or
plea they make.

It is very important that any incidents of this nature are reported
immediately to police.

The man of interest in the recent incidents in Salisbury area is described
as being of Indian Sub Continental appearance and is about 20 to 30 years of
age.

Anyone with information about this man or who may have witnessed him
approaching children are asked to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000
or report online at
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au

Police appeal for information following acts of
indecency in Sydney's north-west

Saturday, 03 September 2011 12:02:42 PM

Police are appealing for information following two separate reports of a
man allegedly committing a public act of indecency in Sydney’s north-west last
month.

About 4.50pm on Tuesday 9 August 2011, a 14-year-old girl was jogging
along the footpath on Ryde Road, Hunters Hill.

The girl has told police a man in a blue coloured vehicle drove past
before coming to a stop a short distance from her.

It is alleged that as the girl jogged past she witnessed the man
committing an act of indecency.

The girl continued jogging onto Pittwater Road and noticed the same
vehicle drive past and come to a complete stop near her again at the
intersection of Everard Street.

She did not look at the man this time, and jogged straight home.

Investigators would like to speak to a man who they believe may be able to
assist with their inquiries.

He is described as being aged in his early 20’s and was wearing brown
pants.

His vehicle is described as being light blue in colour, with partial New
South Wales registration plate AQ59.

Police are investigating the possibility this incident is linked to
another act of indecency that occurred at 3.15pm on Friday 26 August 2011.

In this incident two teenage girls noticed a man allegedly committing an
act of indecency on Shaftsbury Road, Eastwood.

The man in this instance was described as being Caucasian in appearance
with short dark brown hair. At the time he was wearing a brown jumper.

He was driving a light blue hatchback with New South Wales registration
plates, possibly containing a ‘U’.

Anyone who witnessed either incident or who has information about the
identity and whereabouts of the man should contact Gladesville Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Attempt
abduction near Unley High School

Friday,
2 September 2011 2:40pm

SA Police are investigating an attempted abduction following a report of a
taxi driver approaching an Unley High School student and trying to coerce her
into his car.

On Thursday, 18 August 2011 at around 8:30am on the corner of Smith
Dorrien and Hill Street at Mitcham, a man pulled up next to the teenager in what
is believed to be a taxi.Do
you know this man? Identikit iimage of the suspect. Call BankSA Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

The man told the teenager that her father had been in an accident. The man
then told the teenager to get into the car as he needed to take her to hospital
to see her father.

The girl refused. The taxi followed her for a short time before turning
down Truro Avenue, Mitcham.

Police worked with DECS, Unley High School and other nearby schools to
ensure students and parents were notified of the incident.

The driver is described as Caucasian, and wearing a cream coloured shirt.
He is aged between 40 to 45 years and had a bald or shaven head, skinny face and
big ears. He had blonde coloured stubble and a chin with a distinctive groove
or line in the middle.

Police ask that anyone with information in relation to this incident or
who may have seen a taxi around the time of the incident, or who may know the
identity of the driver, to please contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police also urge all young people in our community to always be alert and
aware of their surroundings and to never get into a vehicle with someone they do
not know - no matter what story they tell or plea they make.

Police are asking that parents take the time to teach their children about
the tactics offenders may employ to coerce young children into dangerous
situations.

It is important to report these incidents immediately to both the police
and the school. Police patrols will be paying extra attention to schools across
the Sturt Local Service Area

Police investigate attempted child abduction -
Bowraville

Wednesday, 31 August 2011 10:18:26 PM

Police are appealing for information following the attempted abduction of
a girl at Bowraville on the Mid North Coast this afternoon.

A nine-year-old girl had finished school and was walking along the High
Street when the incident occurred about 3pm (Wednesday 31 August 2011).

Police have been told a silver sedan (possibly a Ford) with dark tinted
windows pulled up alongside the girl and a man got out of the vehicle. He
grabbed the girl by the arm and attempted to drag her into the car.

The girl was able to pull free from his grasp before the man re-entered
the car and drove away. She then reported the incident to the father of one of
her friends.

Police were contacted and have commenced investigations into the incident.

Investigators are looking for a man who has been described as being of
Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 174cm or taller with facial
stubble and wearing black clothing.

Police are in the process of obtaining and reviewing CCTV from local
businesses in an attempt to identify the man.

Anyone with information that could assist police with their inquiries is
urged to contact Nambucca Heads Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached - Bondi

Wednesday, 31 August 2011 05:51:10 PM

NSW Police from the Eastern Suburbs Local Area Command are appealing for
public assistance after a teenager was reportedly approached at Bondi this
morning.

About 8.30am (Wednesday 31 August 2011) a 13-year-old boy was walking to
school on Park parade when a white van pulled up next to him.

The side sliding door of the van opened and a man, believed to be aged in
his 60s, with a grey beard and long grey hair asked the boy to get in.

The teen ignored the request and ran from the scene.

The boy reported the matter to his school who in turn contacted police.

An investigation was commenced and CCTV footage viewed from a local
service station shows a van matching the description turn left from Bondi Road,
into Park Parade at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Eastern
Suburbs Police, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police appeal after girl approached - Vaucluse

Tuesday, 30 August 2011 07:59:31 PM

NSW Police are appealing for information after an 11-year-old girl told
police she was approached by a woman in Vaucluse this morning.

About 9am today (30 August 2011), the girl was standing on the corner of
Young and Burge Streets in Vaucluse waiting for a lift from a school friend.

A woman in a vehicle pulled up alongside the girl, asking her to get in
the van.

The girl declined and used a mobile phone to contact her mother, at which
point the woman in the van drove off.

Police were contacted and are investigating the incident and would like to
speak to a woman who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.

She is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in her mid-40s,
with a chubby face and had red hair with blonde streaks. The child told police
the woman spoke with an accent, possibly Russian.

The vehicle is described as a being similar to a white Mercedes-model van.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the
identity and whereabouts of the man should contact Rose Bay Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children,
including:

* Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult you know;

* Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of
other people;

* Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at
all times;

* Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;

* Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;

* Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help –
police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;

* Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with
someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t
know the person inside, do not stop; and

* If you are scared, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.

Man sought after schoolgirl assaulted - Merrylands

Tuesday, 30 August 2011 01:43:46 PM

Police in Sydney’s west are investigating an assault on a schoolgirl at
Merrylands.

The 15-year-old girl was walking along Bennelong Street, Merrylands, about
8.45am yesterday (Monday 29 August 2011), when she was approached from behind by
an unknown man.

The man touched the teenager’s right thigh before grabbing her wrist and
attempting to place his hand over her mouth.

The girl managed to break free from the offender’s grasp and run to
school, where she raised the alarm.

Police from Rosehill Local Area Command were alerted to the incident and
commenced inquiries.

A search of the surrounding area failed to locate the offender, who’s
described as being aged in his 20s, 170-180cm tall with an average build, dark
complexion, short dark shaved hair and dark-coloured eyes.

He was wearing a bright blue hoodie at the time of the incident.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in the
vicinity of Bennelong Street yesterday morning is urged to contact Granville
Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has again prompted police to encourage parents to
discuss the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children,
including:

Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult they know when going to and from school;

Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots
of other people;

Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are
at all times;

Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;

Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;

Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help
– police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;

Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with
someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t
know the person inside, do not stop; and

If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are
scared.

Police are conducting inquiries after the alleged attempted abduction of
two boys on the state’s north coast.

About 7.10pm yesterday (Monday 29 August 2011), four children aged 11 to
14 were playing in the street outside their respective home in Gilmore Street,
Port Macquarie.

A man approached the children and asked directions to a nearby street.

All four children provided directions, but the man continued to ask
questions.

The man paid particular attention to two boys aged 11 and 12, allegedly
putting his arm around them and offering them money to escort him to the other
street.

The two other children, both girls, yelled out to a parent, who contacted
police. The man left before officers arrived.

Police from Mid North Coast Local Area Command now wish to speak with a
man who they believe can help with their inquiries.

The man has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his
late 30s, about 168cm tall, with a medium build and short brown hair. At the
time, he was wearing a navy-and-red coloured jumper, board shorts and thongs.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity should
contact Port Macquarie Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has again prompted police to encourage parents to
discuss the “Safe People, Safe Places” messages with their children, including:

* Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult they know when going to and from school;

* Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of
other people;

* Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at
all times;
* Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;

* Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;

* Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help –
police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;

* Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with
someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t
know the person inside, do not stop; and

* If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are
scared.

Concern for welfare - Lorn

Sunday, 28 August 2011 03:01:32 PM

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance to clarify the
circumstances leading up to an incident in Lorn this morning.

About 10.10am (Sunday 28 August 2011), a witness told police they saw a
vehicle stopped on the side of Melrose Road, with a pair of legs protruding from
the open car boot.

A male allegedly closed the car boot, picked up a dog that was nearby and
put it in the backseat of the vehicle.

The car was then driven away toward Belmore Road.

There were no other passengers in the car.

The witness contacted police and provided information and police commenced
an inquiry into the incident.

The car is described as a royal blue sedan, square in shape and possibly
about 10 years old.

The male driver is described as aged between 25-35 years old, of medium
build and with dark hair. At the time he was wearing a dark long sleeved shirt
and dark long pants.

The dog is described as being small and white, similar in appearances to a
Maltese Terrier.

The legs were thought to be that of a female wearing light coloured ¾
pants.

Anyone who may have any information in relation to the incident or who may
have witnessed the incident is urged to contact Maitland Police or Crime
Stoppers 1800 333 000.

Abduction
attempt at Pooraka

Wednesday, 24 August 2011 8:14am

SA Police are investigating an incident which occurred at about 9.10pm
yesterday at the corner of Main North Road and Glover Street, Pooraka where a
man allegedly attempted to drag a teenage girl into a car.

It's alleged that a teenage girl was approached by a man driving a small
white four door car.

The man asked the girl for directions and then asked to use her phone.

The then grabbed her and attempted to drag her into the vehicle.

The girl was able to break free and run home.

The man is described as 30 to 40-years old, of southern European
appearance, with short cropped hair, a heavy build, wearing black track suit
pants with two or three red stripes down the sides and a black tee shirt with a
white emblem on the chest.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Bank SA
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or on-line at
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au.

Police appeal after boy approached by man - Merrylands
West

Sunday, 21 August 2011 03:01:55 PM

Police are appealing for information after a 12-year-old boy told police
he was approached by a man in Merrylands West.

About 3:10pm on Wednesday (17 August 2011), the boy was walking along
Fowler Road in Merrylands West, when a man in a white van pulled up alongside
the boy.

Police have been told the man offered the boy a lift which he refused.

The man got out of the vehicle and offered to walk him home which the boy
again refused.

He then returned to the vehicle and drove away, last seen heading north on
Fowler Road.

The boy continued home and reported the matter at school the following
day.

Police were contacted and are investigating the incident and would like to
speak to a man who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, with dark hair and an
average to thin build.

He was wearing a black t-shirt, grey jeans, a stud earring and gold
bracelet at the time of the incident.

The vehicle is described as a white van with a black horizontal stripe
down each side, a sliding door on the side and no windows on the sides or back.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the
identity and whereabouts of the man should contact Holroyd Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children,
including:

Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult you know;

Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of
other people;

Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at
all times;

Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;

Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;

Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help –
police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;

Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone
you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the
person inside, do not stop; and

If you are scared, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.

Wilful and obscene in
North Fitzroy

Friday, 19
August 2011 01:45

Yarra CIU (Vic) detectives are appealing for witnesses following a
wilful and obscene exposure in North Fitzroy last month.

It is believed two school girls were walking along a bike track between
Scotchmer Street and St Georges Road on 20 July when, they were
approached by a man.

The Caucasian male, described as approximately 30-years-old,
clean-shaven with a thin build, walked up to the girls around 3.20pm and
exposed himself as he passed them on the track.

A FACE image of the man police wish to speak to is below:
Anyone who may have information about the incident is urged to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
or visit:
www.crimestoppers.com.au

Girl, 13, sexually assaulted in Bondi Junction
laneway: police

Stephanie Gardiner

August 19, 2011

Police say they are searching for a teenage boy after a
13-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in a Sydney laneway in the
middle of the night.

Police believe she and a friend met two males in the area just
before the alleged attack.

Two passers-by found the girl about 1.40am and called police.

The girl was taken to Prince of Wales Children's Hospital for
treatment.

Police have asked that anyone who saw any suspicious activity
in the area or near Bondi Junction station to come forward.

They are also looking for a male seen in the area, who is
described as being of Pacific Islander or Maori appearance, about 16
or 17 years old, of thin build and wearing a light blue polo shirt
and jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to phone Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Child approached at Jamison Park

15 Aug, 2011 03:52 PM- Penrith City Star

PENRITH police are appealing for public assistance after a young girl
was approached by a man at Jamison Park on Saturday morning.

Police say at about 10am the eight-year-old girl was at the sporting
fields with her mother when she walked to the skateboarding area and was
approached by a man.

He is said to have grabbed the little girl by the wrist and tried
to lead her away from the park.

The girl screamed for help and managed to break free and alert her
mother.

The man could not be found among the hundreds of spectators when
police conducted a patrol of the area.

He’s described as being of Caucasian appearance with a thin build
with grey and white hair.

Police say he was wearing a grey, long-sleeved shirt and black
shorts at the time.

In a separate incident, also on Saturday, a man chased a
13-year-old boy for about 100 metres.

The two incidents have prompted police to encourage parents to
reinforce the ‘‘Safe People, Safe Places’’ messages with their children,
which include walking with family, friends or an adult you know instead
of on your own

Child approached - Paddington

Monday, 15 August 2011 02:17:55 PM

Police are seeking public assistance to locate a man who attempted to coax
a boy into his car in Sydney’s east yesterday (Sunday 14 August 2011).

About 6.30pm, a 13-year-old boy was walking with a dog east on Glenview
Street, Paddington.

When near the intersection with MacDonald Street, a car stopped near him
and the male driver attempted to coax him into the vehicle.

The boy declined and walked away and the car drove off, last seen
travelling west on Glenview Street.

The boy returned home and the incident was reported to police.

The vehicle involved is described as a late model white Subaru. It had
black and gold number plates with the letters LC at the start. The car is
further described as having a rear spoiler, silver coloured rims and had
something, possibly a religious cross, hanging from the rear view mirror.

The driver is described as Caucasian appearance, about 30 years old, with
a skinny build, short blond hair with dark roots and spiked up into a Mohawk
type style.

Anyone who can assist the investigation should contact Rose Bay Local Area
Command via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Children approached
– Jamisontown, Wyoming

Police are appealing for the public’s help after a young girl was
approached by a man in Sydney’s west yesterday morning and a boy was
chased by a man at Wyoming.

About 10am, an 8-year-old girl was at sporting fields within
Jamison Park, Jamisontown with her mother. The girl walked over to a
skateboarding area of the park and was approached by a man.

He grabbed the girl by the wrist and tried to lead her away from
the park. The girl screamed for help and managed to break free and alert
her mother.

Police attended the area and conducted patrols of the area but he
could not be found among the 500 to 1000 spectators in the area at the
time.

The man has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, thin
build, with grey and white hair. He was wearing a grey long sleeved
shirt and black shorts.

Anyone who knows the identity of the man should contact Penrith
Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

In a separate incident, about 11.50am yesterday (Saturday 13
August 2011), a 13-year-old boy was riding a scooter along Jarret
Street, Wyoming, near the intersection of Worrell Circuit, when a car
described an older model red Ford Falcon sedan, travelled past him at
low speed. The car had two males on board.

After driving past the boy, it stopped and a man got out of the
passenger side. The man started running after the child, chasing him for
about 100 meters before stopping when he reached Maidens Brush Road.

The boy returned to his home and the incident was reported to
police.

The man who chased him is described as being of Caucasian
appearance, 40 to 45 years old, of an overweight build, about 175cm
tall, with ruddy features and short brown hair,

Anyone with information that can assist the investigations into
either incident should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage
parents to reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages
with their children, including:

Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family
members, friends or an adult you know;

Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there
are lots of other people;

Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where
you are at all times;

Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;

Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police
station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should
go to one of these places and ask them to call the police;

Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you
need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and
trust;

Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car
with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road
and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop; and

If you are scared, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you
are scared.

Wilful and obscene in
Thornbury

Tuesday, 09
August 2011 17:10

Darebin detectives are appealing for witnesses following a wilful
and obscene exposure in Thornbury last week.

It's believed the female victim was walking along Mansfield Street
near David Street when she noticed a man walking towards her at about
12.30am on Tuesday 2 August.

Police have been told the man wearing only a dark hooded top with
no trousers, shoes or underwear approached the woman and exposed himself
before she fled the scene.

The offender, believed to be aged in his late 20s, was last seen
walking towards High Street.

The man is described as Caucasian, approximately 175cm tall with
facial stubble and a stocky build.

He was wearing a black or navy blue hooded top over his head which
had white text or logo printed on the front.

A FACE image of the man police wish to speak to is below:

Anyone who may have information about the incident is urged to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit:
www.crimestoppers.com.au

Child approached - Thornton

Sunday, 31 July 2011 03:06:16 AM

NSW Police in the state’s Hunter region are conducting inquiries after a
schoolgirl was reportedly approached by an unknown man at Thornton yesterday.

About 5pm (Saturday 30 July 2011), the 11-year-old girl was walking along
Abercrombie Street, near the corner of Taylor Avenue, when a red hatchback
pulled up near her.

The girl has told police the male driver opened his door and repeatedly
told her to get in the car. When she refused the man reportedly offered her
lollies if she agreed.

The girl continued to walk home however the car followed her until she
reached a family members house on a nearby street.

Police from Central Hunter Local Area Command have launched an
investigation into the incident.

Officers canvassed the surrounding neighbourhood and are now seeking
public assistance.

The man has been described as being about 60 years old, of Caucasian
appearance, with short grey hair, yellow teeth, and a mole next to his mouth. At
the time of the incident he was wearing a white/grey flannelette shirt and blue
jeans.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in the
vicinity of Abercrombie Street, Thornton, about 5pm yesterday is urged to
contact Central Hunter Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police appeal for information
after child approached at Maroubra

31
Jul 11 @ 04:36pm - Southern Courier

Police are conducting inquiries after a girl was reportedly approached by
an unknown man at Maroubra.

About 5.30pm on Friday (July 29), the
12-year-old girl was playing with friends near a unit block on Fitzgerald
Avenue, South Maroubra when a man approached her.

The man asked her to leave with him but when she refused he attempted
to grab her shirt.

She became scared and ran to a friend’s home to tell them what had
happened.

Police from Eastern Beaches Local Area Command were alerted to the
incident and commenced inquiries.

Sydney abduction attempt
prompts warning

From:AAP

July 30, 20113:15PM

AN attempted abduction of a girl at a Sydney beachside
suburb does not mean there are more predators in the area, but
parents should educate their children about who they can trust,
police say.

A man in his 30s attempted to abduct the 12-year-old girl, who was
playing with friends near a unit block in Fitzgerald Avenue, South
Maroubra, about 5.30pm (AEST) yesterday.

When she refused to go with him, he allegedly attempted to grab
her shirt.

The girl, who was unharmed, managed to escape, and ran to a
friend's home.

The incident has prompted police to encourage parents to educate
their children about where they can go, and who they can turn to, if
they feel unsafe.

Asked if there were concerns about a spike in the number of
predators in the eastern suburbs beach area, police said they did not
believe that to be the case.

"The main thing that parents should be concerned of, is that their
children are aware of how to be safe, and what places they can go to be
safe, and what people they can talk to," Inspector Scott Davis, from
Maroubra police told reporters today.

Police are now looking for a man of Caucasian appearance, who is
about 30 years old.

At the time of the incident he was wearing a black hooded jumper,
black cargo pants and black runners with an orange-coloured symbol.

He was also wearing a black beanie, white-framed sunglasses and a
gold skull ring.

To better ensure their safety, police say parents should advise
children to avoid walking on their own, and to instead walk with family
members, friends or an adult they know.

They should also be advised to walk near busy roads and streets,
or use paths where there are lots of other people.

Safe places they can go if they feel threatened include shops,
service stations, police stations, libraries and schools.

Children should also be told to never get into a car with someone
they don't know.

Albion Park: Child approached

04 Jul, 2011 02:55 PM- Illawarra Mercury

NSW Police have appealed for public assistance after a 14-year-old
boy claimed he was attacked by a man at Albion Park last Thursday.

Police said the teenager was riding a bike on a bush track near a
Croome Rd sporting complex when a man appeared from behind about 2.50pm.

Police said the man grabbed the boy’s backpack in an attempt to
pull him off the bike.

The man chased the teenager but he managed to escape.

He cycled home to tell his parents, who then contacted police.

The man was described as aged in his 30s, Caucasian and 160cm tall
with a skinny build.

Police investigate after
child approached at Phillip Bay

3 Jul 11 @ 03:59pm - Southern Courier

Police in Sydney’s eastern suburbs are investigating after a child
was approached in Phillip Bay on Thursday (June 30).
About 8.15am, the 11-year-old boy and a friend were waiting for
a bus on Anzac Pde when it is alleged a dark-coloured sedan
pulled up next to the boy.
It is alleged the driver attempted to entice the young boy into
the car however the boy walked away and got on a bus.
Police were notified and officers from both Botany Bay and
Eastern Beaches Local Area Commands are investigating the
alleged incident.
Detectives are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident
or any suspicious activity in the area, to come forward.
Police believe the driver was trying to disguise his or her
appearance by wearing an orange wig, large reading glasses and
heavy makeup.
Anyone with information should contact Eastern Beaches Police
via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police investigate reports child approached at
Gilgandra

Posted
June 28, 2011 08:28:00 - ABC

Police are searching for a man who allegedly asked a
young girl to get into his car in Gilgandra in western New South Wales.

Officers say the 11 year old was walking in the area of Mavis and
Miller Streets when a man in a small aqua coloured car stopped next to
her on Sunday morning.

She refused to get in the vehicle and ran home to her grandmother.

The man is described as of caucasian appearance, in his mid
forties, with light blue eyes, brown teeth and wearing several silver
earrings in his right ear.

Investigators are appealing for witnesses to contact Crime
Stoppers or local police.

POLICE are warning parents and children to be more
vigilant after an increase in incidents involving children being
approached or seeing persons or vehicles acting suspiciously
around schools within Kuring-Gai Local Area Command.

In the latest incident, two 11-year-old girls were allegedly
approached by a man in the vicinity of a school in Cecil Street at
Gordon at 1.15pm on Wednesday (22 June 2011).

About 5.05pm on the same day, the same man allegedly approached
another 11-year-old girl.

All three children later reported the incident to their parents or
the school.

Kuring-Gai LAC Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Mick Banfield says
local police are continuing to work closely with schools to make
parents and students aware of these incidents.

“I would ask that parents and children remain vigilant around
schools particularly before and after school hours,” Det Insp
Banfield said.

“In recent weeks we have had a number of reports of kids being
approached by individuals either on foot or in vehicles.”

“Fortunately, no children have been harmed.”

“There have been some similarities in some reports we have received
where children have said they have seen an older style red vehicle
being driven by an elderly male, described as being between 50- 70
years of age.”

“I’d appeal for everyone - children, parents or teachers – who
observe any suspicious activity or persons acting in a strange
manner, to make detailed observations in particular to any vehicle
registration and contact police immediately.”

Another child
abduction attempt in Frankston

FRANKSTON families are on alert after the third child
abduction attempt in three months.

Police are hunting a man who approached two young children in
Laurina Crescent on Tuesday.

Police said the man was parked in his white van when he called
out to the seven-year-old girl and six-year-old boy, who were
playing in their front yard, The Frankston Leader reports.

The man asked the children their names, then asked them to go
inside and ask their parents if he could take them for a ride.

The children refused the man’s requests and ran inside to tell
their parents.

The man is described as Caucasian with dark hair, of large
build and aged in his 30s or 40s. He was wearing a dark jumper at
the time.

His van was white, with white paint covering the side and rear
windows.

The attempted abduction comes one month after a man and a
teenage girl tried to abduct a schoolgirl in Gulwa Ave, Frankston.

In April a man attempted to snatch a seven-year-old girl from
her driveway in Frankston South, before her mother pulled the
terrified girl out of his arms.

Police don’t believe there is any link between the latest
incident and these two previous abduction attempts.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached by two men in Tamworth

Posted
June 16, 2011 18:12:00 - ABC

Officers from Oxley Local Area Command are investigating an
attempt by two strangers to allegedly force a child into a van in South
Tamworth.

Crime Manager, Inspector Phil O'Reilly, says a 14-year-old boy was walking
along Kathleen Street when he was approached on Wednesday afternoon.

Two men allegedly told the boy to get into the vehicle.

Inspector O'Reilly says, fortunately, the child ran from the area and made
his way home, where the incident was reported to police.

"We believe two men may be able to assist us with those inquiries. They've
been described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged about 30 years and of
solid build," he said.

"The car has been described as a light grey-coloured van, similar to a
Toyota Lite-Ace or Hi-Ace, with curtains in the window."

Inspector O'Reilly is urging all parents in the region to discuss the
'Safe People, Safe Places' messages with their children.

He says parents should be instructing children not to speak to people they
don't know, to avoid walking alone when going to and from school, and to make
sure adults responsible for them know their whereabouts at all times.

Fifth child approached in stranger danger scare

MATT JONES- Illawarra Mercury

03 Jun, 2011 05:05 PM

A 14-year-old girl was followed by a male driving a van at Flinders
yesterday, the latest in a string of similar incidents.

Police
said the girl was walking home along Jindabyne Rd about 3.15pm when she
saw a white van slowing down beside her.

The van followed the girl as she turned into Malacoota Wy before
she then ran and hid in some bushes beside Burrinjuck Ave.

She told police the white van was being driven by a man aged
between 40 and 50 and stopped at the side of the road for 10 to 15
minutes before finally leaving.

Detectives from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command canvassed the
area for more information and are investigating.

Strikeforce Saxby has been set up to investigate similar incidents
that have allegedly occurred across the Illawarra in recent weeks.

Last month, five schoolchildren were approached in stranger danger
incidents.

Two young girls were approached by a stranger in Warrawong as they
waited for a bus on Cowper St around May 9.

Little more than a week later, a 12-year-old boy was riding a bike
along College Ave, Blackbutt, when an unknown man tried to lure him into
a van.

He ignored the stranger and sought help from a female motorist,
who drove him home

Two days later, an 11-year-old boy was approached by a man on
Southern Cross Boulevard at Shell Cove about 8.30am.

The man attempted to coax the child into a van but the boy fled to
a nearby school and alerted staff.

Two of the incidents involved a man driving a black van.

Anyone with information on any of the incidents is urged to call
Lake Illawarra police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Parents of children at Tapping Primary School in Perth’s
north have been warned that a man allegedly tried to approach a
young pupil outside school hours on Tuesday.

An education department spokeswoman confirmed a letter was yesterday
sent home with students warning parents to take care with arrangements for
children who normally travel to or from school unsupervised.

The spokeswoman said the school had reported to police an incident
where a man allegedly approached a student.

Suspicious behaviour, Morayfield

QLD Detectives from Caboolture are investigating a report
of a man acting suspiciously towards a child at Morayfield.

It is believed that a 10-year-old boy was approached by a
man driving a van in Dicarlo Drive, Morayfield on Wednesday, April 13 around
6pm.

The man has stopped the van and started to run towards the
boy. The boy ran away, hiding in bushes before running home. The man then
appears to have driven off. The boy wasn’t injured or assaulted.

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate the
van described as being a Mitsubishi star wagon 1997 model, maroon with black
tinted windows (similar to the one pictured however the sliding door was on
driver’s side).

The van had two flags on the top of the antenna - an
Australian flag and a second flag described as black with a silver fern design.
The number plate is described as blue in colour with one of the numbers a ‘9’.

The man is described as being taller than 190cm, aged
approximately 27, with a tanned complexion and black hair. He had an earring in
his right ear and was wearing a black leather jacket with the sleeves cut off at
the elbows, maroon knee-length shorts, white socks and black boots.

It is believed that may also have been a woman in the van
at the time.

Anyone with information which could assist police
with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333
000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer
organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Attempted abduction, Tannum Sands

Last Updated: 16/04/2011

QLD Police are appealing for public assistance following the attempted
abduction of a 12-year-old girl in Tannum Sands yesterday.

The girl was riding her bike along the Turtle Way bikepath
around 3.40pm when she was approached by a man who asked her to come with him.

The girl refused and attempted to ride away, but the man
then grabbed the girl by the arm and begun to pull her away.

Another man riding a bicycle happened to ride past and
intervened.

The man then fled the scene.

He is described as being tall with a very large build,
aged in his 40s, dark skin, short bristly brown/black hair, short beard around
his face and brown eyes.

He was wearing a singlet and shorts and thongs.

Anyone with information which could assist police
with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333
000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer
organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Attempted child
abduction in Frankston North - Update

Thursday,
14 April 2011 21:08

Police have now released a picture of the vehicle believed to have
been used in this incident. It is described as being a 1988 to 2003
light blue Mitsubishi Lancer.

14 April 2011
2030 hours

POLICE SEEK PUBLIC ASSISTANCE AFTER
ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION

Victorian Police are appealing for public assistance regarding an
attempted abduction that occurred at 3.30pm today on Alba Street,
Frankston North.

A 7-year-old girl was playing in the drive way of her home when
she was approached by a man.

The man grabbed the girl and proceeded to drag her to his car
which was parked in the street with the engine running.

The young girl started screaming and her mother ran from the
house, yelling at the man.

The girl's mother grabbed hold of her and managed to pull her free
from the man's arms, before they fled inside the house.

The man then got into his car and drove off.

He is described as being aged in his 30s with sandy blond hair and
well built.

The car he was driving was a light coloured small station wagon or
hatchback.

Police have been told that this man has been seen in the local
area over the past two days and are appealing for anyone with
information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit their
website at www.crimestoppers.com.au

Suspicious activity,
Rangeview (near Tolga)

Mareeba police wish to speak to the driver of a sedan which was seen
in the Rangeview area yesterday afternoon and are seeking public
assistance to help identify the vehicle.

Around 4.30pm a sedan
drove very slowly past two girls, both aged under 12, on Palomino
Street.

The vehicle then turned around and drove back slowly towards the
young girls, at one point crossing onto the incorrect side of the road.

The girls were concerned by this action and ran to a nearby
residence and police were contacted.

Investigations revealed that another young girl was followed by
this vehicle, for around 30 minutes, whilst she rode a horse in the
Equestrian Drive and Marnane Road areas, yesterday afternoon. Both
incidents occurred between 4.30 and 5.30pm.

The driver of the vehicle did not directly approach any of the
girls nor spoke to them. Police would like to speak to him in relation
to these incidents.

The car is described as a Holden Commondore sedan, possibly mid
1990s model, dirty and, gun metal grey in colour with the hubcaps
missing from the passenger side wheels, with the rims being black in
colour (similar to the one pictured).

The male driver, and sole occupant, is described as Caucasian,
aged between 30 and 40 with shoulder length brown hair.

Anyone with information which could assist police
with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via
1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Appeal after attempted child abduction –
Warwick Farm

Friday, 08 Apr 2011 11:41am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after the attempted
abduction of a teenage girl in Warwick Farm, in Sydney’s south-west,
yesterday.

About 8.30 am (7 April), the 13-year-old was walking to school along
Goulburn Street in Warwick Farm when she was approached from behind by
an unknown male.

The man grabbed the girl’s backpack and pulled her backwards. He then
grabbed the girl’s wrist and dragged her along several streets to George
Street at Liverpool.

A black convertible pulled up beside the girl and man, and the man tried
to pull her into the car. However, the girl managed to escape and run
into a nearby shop.

The matter was reported to police, who are conducting an investigation
into the incident.

The man is described as being 30 to 40 years old, with a muscular build,
and of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance. The man had a tattoo of
a tiger inside a sun on his upper arm.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the offender
should contact police from Liverpool Local Area Command via Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Monday,
4 April 2011 10:18am

Police seeking information on assault of girl at Salisbury Park

SA Police are seeking information from the public after a 12 year old girl
was assaulted yesterday at Salisbury Park.

At about 4.30pm, the girl was walking alone from John Street, Salisbury,
through Jenkins Reserve, when she was grabbed from behind by a man.

The girl struggled with the man and managed to break free after punching
the suspect in the face. The girl received minor injuries in the assault.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian man, aged about 25-years, stocky
build, about 175cm, with short black and wearing blue jeans and t-shirt.

A search of the area by police patrols failed to find the man.

Elizabeth CIB are investigating and ask anyone with information on the
incident or anyone that may have seen a man acting suspiciously in the vicinity
of Jenkins Reserve, to please call BankSA on 1800 333 000, or report online at
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au

Schoolboy indecently assaulted – North Parramatta

Saturday, 02 Apr 2011 01:27am

NSW Police are investigating the indecent assault of a schoolboy in Sydney’s
west yesterday.

About 10.45am, the 11-year-old boy was with other students at a sports ground in
North Parramatta.

Whilst standing in the north east corner of the ground, at the intersection of
Isabella and Bulla Streets, a man approached the boy and grabbed him from
behind, indecently assaulting him before walking from the scene.

The incident was reported to teachers, and police from Parramatta Local Area
Command were called.

The man is described as short, with a hunched back, and he walked with a limp.
He was of a slim build with black/grey hair, facial hair, and he was wearing old
clothes, possibly a white or grey t-shirt and cargo pants.

Anyone who believes they may be able to assist the investigation is urged to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police conduct
inquiries after act of indecency – Cecil Hills

Police are hunting a man who reportedly committed an act of indecency
in front of a young girl at a south-western Sydney shopping centre.

The nine-year-old girl was sitting in a vehicle in the public car
park of a Cecil Hills shopping centre about 3.15pm yesterday (Thursday
31 March), when she noticed a man in a dark blue sedan looking at her.

The man allegedly pulled down his pants and exposed himself
before performing a lewd act in front of the girl.

The girl’s mother returned to the car a short time later and the
man drove from the area.

Police from Green Valley Local Area Command were alerted to the
incident and have commenced inquiries.

The man has been described as being aged in his late 20s, of
Caucasian appearance, with a medium build and short light brown hair.

He was wearing a fluorescent work shirt at the time of the
alleged incident.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information that
might assist investigating officers is urged to contact Green Valley
Police Station via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Appeal
after attempted child abduction - Lithgow

Friday, 01 Apr 2011 04:52am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after the attempted abduction of
a young boy in Lithgow yesterday.

About 6.40pm, the 10-year-old boy was walking along Inch Street, Lithgow, when a
red hatchback pulled to the kerb near the intersection of Bennett Street.

As the boy walked past the vehicle, a man stepped out of the car and invited him
to get in, offering him a lolly.

The boy refused and walked away. The man then drove from the scene.

The matter was reported to police, who are conducting an investigation into the
incident.

The man is described as 170-180cm tall, of a skinny build, with black/grey short
to medium length hair and a beard. At the time he was wearing a stripped shirt,
reading glasses and blue jeans.

Any witnesses or anyone that can assist inquiries should contact Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Attempted abduction - Orange

Monday, 28 Mar 2011 05:42pm

NSW Police are seeking the public’s help following the attempted
abduction of a teenager at Orange this morning.

About 8.50am, the 13-year-old girl was standing at the intersection of Byng and
Hamer Streets when a Ford Falcon stopped near her.

A man got out of the car and order the girl get inside. The man then grabbed her
by the arm and tried to pull her into the vehicle. The girl was able to fight
off the man and run from the scene.

Police from Canobolas Local Area Command are investigating the incident and have
been given a description of the man and the car.

He is described as being Caucasian appearance, 30 years of age, approximately
178cm tall, with a shaved neat beard, brown hair, blue eyes, with a possible
eyebrow piercing and was wearing a black t-shirt and light blue jeans.

His car is an unwashed old model Ford Falcon with a disabled label inside the
front window.

Anyone with information about the attempted abduction is urged to contact Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are again being encouraged to discuss the ‘Safe People, Safe
Places’ messages with their children, including:

* Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members, friends
or an adult they know when going to and from school;

* Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of other
people;

* Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all
times;

* Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to

* Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police

* Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust

* Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop; and

* If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Police appeal after child allegedly approached -
Prestons

Friday, 18 Mar 2011 01:40am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a toddler was allegedly
approached by a man in south western Sydney yesterday.

About 12.05pm, a two-year-old girl was outside her house on Braidwood Avenue in
Prestons, when a man began talking to her.

Police have been told the man then told the child to leave with him before her
mother intervened and took her away.

Officers attached to Liverpool Local Area Command were notified of the incident
and are conducting investigations into the matter.

Investigators wish to speak to a man who has been described as being of olive
complexion, aged in his 30s, approximately 180-190cm tall, with a shaved head
and a rats tail. At the time he was wearing a navy blue shirt and khaki pants.

The man was last seen walking south on Braidwood Avenue.

Anyone who may have seen the man in the vicinity or who has information about
the identity of the man is urged to contact police via Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000

Man charged after three children approached
on Central Coast

Thursday, 17 Mar 2011 12:00pm

A man is facing court after three children were approached on the Central Coast
on the weekend.

About 8pm on Saturday (12 March) two 12 year old girls and a 13-year-old boy
were in Jirramba Close at Saratoga when they were approached by a man who had a
brief conversation with them.

The girls turned from the man and started to walk away. He followed them and the
trio ran to a nearby house in Llewlyn Street to raise the alarm.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command have been investigating ever
since. Last night, Detectives from Brisbane Water LAC arrested a 26-year-old
Saratoga man.

He was subsequently charged with stalking and wilful and obscene exposure. He
was granted conditional bail Gosford Court 17 May

Police appeal after teenage girl approached by man –
Tumbi Umbi

Thursday, 17 Mar 2011 03:49am

NSW Police are appealing for information after a teenage girl was approached by
a man at Tumbi Umbi yesterday afternoon.

About 4:15pm, a 14-year-old girl was walking south along Tumbu Creek Drive after
getting off a bus when a black utility stopped next to her.

Police have been told the male driver of the ute asked the girl if she needed a
lift before attempting to entice her into the vehicle by offering her food.

The girl declined the offers and ran to a nearby park area where she met with
her mother and informed her about what had occurred.

Tuggerah Lakes Police were notified about the incident and are now conducting
investigations into the matter.

Detectives wish to speak to a man who is described as being of Caucasian
appearance, 40 to 50 years old with short black hair.

Police are also looking for the utility which has been described as being a
black colour with a separate tray which was a different shade of black.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information about the
identity of the man or the whereabouts of the car is urged to contact Tuggerah
Lakes Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Remind your kids about safe people and places after
children approached on Central Coast, police urge

Tuesday, 15 Mar 2011 04:34am

NSW Police are reminding parents to reinforce “safe people, safe
places” messages with their children after two separate incidents on the Central
Coast.

About 9am on Sunday ( 13 March), a 13-year-old girl was dropped off at North
Avoca Beach by her father.

She was approached by two males, travelling in a small baby blue hatchback, for
directions to a fast food restaurant. The girl explained and the males tried to
entice her into the vehicle.

The teenager ran off and reported the matter to officials at the surf lifesaving
club who contacted police.

About 8pm on Saturday (12 March) two 12 year old girls and a 13-year-old boy
were in Jirramba Close at Saratoga when they were approached by a man who had a
brief conversation with them.

The girls turned from the man and started to walk away. He followed them and the
trio ran to a nearby house in Llewlyn Street to raise the alarm. .

The children, who were not injured during the incident, have described the man
as aged between 24-26 years.

Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command are investigating both incidents
and appeal to anyone with information on the identity or whereabouts of the
males involved in either incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. All
information will be treated in strict confidence.

Meanwhile, parents are again being encouraged to discuss the ‘Safe People, Safe
Places’ messages with their children, including:

* Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members, friends
or an adult they know when going to and from school;
* Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of other
people;
* Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all
times;
* Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
* Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police;
* Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
* Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop; and
* If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Friday 04-Mar-2011 (1130 hrs CST)

Indecent behaviour – Malak - 4731439
NT Police are calling on assistance from the public following two incidents that
occurred yesterday morning in the Malak area.
A 12-year-old girl was walking in the park between Sanderson Middle School and
Malak Primary School around 7:35 am when she was approached by a male who
exposed himself.

She ran from the area and it was subsequently reported to Police a short time
later.

Between 7:45 and 8:15 am a 15-year-old girl was approached by a male in the park
on Mueller Road and again exposed himself.

The offender is described to be of Aboriginal appearance, approximately 30 years
of age with a thin build and short black hair.

At the time of the incidents he was wearing ¾ length denim jeans, a long sleeve
black zip-up shirt and a Western Bulldogs hat.

He also had a black back pack and was not wearing shoes.

Police urge anyone that may have witnessed either of these events, or who may
recognise this man, to contact them on 131 444.

Stranger alert

Friday, 25 February 2011 - 4:26pm

Tasmanian Police

Approximately 3.30 pm on Sunday 20 February 2011 a 14 year old girl was
walking along Mersey Main Road in Spreyton when she was approached by a man
driving a white van. The van was travelling on the incorrect side of the road
in the vicinity of the Woodrising Avenue intersection.

The man told the girl to get into his vehicle on two (2) occasions before
driving off. The van is described as being a white rectangle shaped van.

Police ask that parents/carers reinforce the ‘stranger danger’ message to
their children.

At this time police have only had one incident referred to them. However,
they ask that if members of the public are aware of similar incidents in the
Spreyton area that they contact Sergeant Maingay at Criminal Investigation
Branch Devonport or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Stranger alert in Devonport

Monday, 28 February 2011 - 4:11pm

Tasmanian Police

Approximately 3.00 pm Friday 25 February 2011 a 10 year old boy was
walking south on Forbes Street, Devonport, between Steele and Archer Streets,
when he was approached by a male driving a white van.

The male told the boy to get into his vehicle before driving off.

The van is described as being a white in colour, with a sliding door on
the side, shiny caps on the wheels, and black and yellow registration plates.

The male driver is described as being approximately 20 years of age, with
dark hair and tattoos on his left arm.

Police appeal after child allegedly approached by man
- Bellbird

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a young boy was allegedly
approached by a man near a primary school at Bellbird in the Hunter region
yesterday.

About 10am, Friday 4 March, a 10-year-old boy was walking along Doyle Street,
outside a primary school, when a man in a blue station wagon pulled up alongside
him.

Police have been told the man opened the front passenger door of his car and
made several requests for the boy to get into the vehicle.

The boy refused to enter the car and ran into the school grounds where he
informed a teacher about what had occurred.

Police from the Central Hunter Local Area Command were notified about the
incident and are conducting investigations into the matter.

Investigators wish to speak to a man who has been described as being of a tanned
complexion, aged in his 30’s, muscular build, short brown hair with a rats tail
and a goatee beard.

He was wearing a black and orange striped cap, black t-shirt and blue jeans.

The car has been described as a blue station wagon which did not have any number
plates fitted and was missing a wheel trim on the rear right wheel.

Anyone who may have seen the man or the vehicle in the vicinity of the school or
who has information about the identity of the man is urged to contact police via
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Man attempts to lure children
into van

From:PerthNow

February 09, 201111:05AM

POLICE are investigating the attempted abductions of two school
children in Perth's southern suburbs today.

A man aged in his late 20s or early 30s approached a 16-year-old girl
on Commerce Street in Armadale at 8.30am and attempted to lure her into his
vehicle.

Police say the same man has then approached a 10-year-old boy on
Westerham Street in Huntingdale about 20 minutes later.

The man, who was wearing a white T-shirt and grey shorts, has a
skinny build, was unshaven, with short bright red hair and freckles.

He was driving an older model white tradesman's van with no side
windows, a roo bar and a silver ladder on the roof rack.

Anyone with information should immediately contact police on 131 444.

Attempted kidnapper strikes
third time

From:PerthNow

February 12, 201112:55PM

SUSPECT:
The face of the man police are looking
for after three attempted abductions.
Picture: Supplied Source:
PerthNow

POLICE are investigating the attemped abduction of an 11 year
old boy in Kenwick, which they believe is linked to two similar
incidents earlier this week.

Shortly after 3pm Friday, the boy was walking with a friend along
Kenwick Road near East Kenwick Primary School.

The boys say a white van pulled up beside them and yelled at one of
them to get in the vehicle.

They say a second person slid open the side door of the van from
inside.

The boys ran away and alerted school staff.

The driver of the van matches the description of a man wanted for
questioning over similar incidents in Armadale and Huntingdale on Wednesday,
in which he approached a 16 year old girl and 10 year old boy.

The man is described as aged in his 20s to late 30s, with bright red
short hair, a freckled complexion and a slim build.

In the Kenwick incident he was wearing an ocean green coloured faded
t-shirt.

In all three cases the man was driving a white tradesman type van.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crimestoppers on 1800 333
000.

Police appeal after child approached – Thirroul

Wednesday, 02 Mar 2011 11:53am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a child was
approached by an unknown man at Thirroul in the Illawarra yesterday.

About 8:50am, Tuesday 1 March, a nine-year-old boy was riding his scooter along
Roxburgh Avenue near the intersection of Church Avenue when a man stopped his
car nearby.

Police have been told the man opened his car door and yelled out to the boy
offering him a lift to school.

The child declined the offer and rode off on his scooter while the man conducted
a u-turn and drove off in a westerly direction.

Wollongong Police now wish to speak to a man who has been described as being of
Caucasian appearance, 40 – 45 years old, large/overweight build wearing a black
hat with a white stripe, black t-shirt and blue jeans.

The car has been described as being a late model dark blue sedan with a wire
rack on top of the vehicle.

Anyone with information about the identity of the man or the location of the
vehicle is urged to contact Wollongong Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333
000.

Police investigate reports of child approached -
Lisarow

Tuesday, 22 Feb 2011 10:05am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a report of a child being
approached at Lisarow on the state’s Central Coast yesterday.

Between 3.20pm and 3.30pm a seven-year-old girl was walking home from her school
bus stop at the intersection of Railway Close and Dora Street, Lisarow walking
in a westerly direction.

The girl informed police she noticed a black coloured sedan driven by a woman
pull up next to her. She asked the girl to get into the car and when the child
refused the woman left the scene.

The woman is described as being about 40-50 old, red/orange-coloured frizzy hair
with a tanned complexion. She has a flat nose, yellow teeth and was wearing drop
ear-rings and a necklace.

The car is described as being a black sedan bearing black and white registration
plates possibly ending in ‘0’.

The girl continued home and informed her parents and police were contacted.
Police patrolled the area and inquiries are continuing.

Officers would like to hear from anyone who has information that could assist
with their inquiries via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police are appealing for witnesses to a man reportedly approaching school
children on the state’s Central Coast yesterday.

Police have been told of a number of incidents in which a man driving a white-coloured
vehicle, in the area of Umina Beach and Woy Woy, allegedly offered to drive
children to school.

About 7.55am on Cowper Road, near the intersection of Neera Road, Umina Beach,
the man allegedly offered two 14-year-old school girls a lift to school and
waited in the area until they had caught a bus. The girls reported to police the
man was then seen driving past the school on Veron Road, Umina Beach.

About 8.05am the man was driving on Melba Road, Woy Woy, when he allegedly
offered to drive an 18-year-old girl to school. The girl refused to go with him
and he left after a teacher came over to the student.

About 8.15am on Edward Street, Woy Woy, police believe the same man drove past a
15-year-old girl in school uniform and allegedly offered to drive her to school.
The girl refused to go with the man who continued to offer to drive her. The man
then left.

Police attended the locations and conducted patrols for the man and vehicle.

The man has been described as about 20 years old, Caucasian appearance, of a
medium build, with blue eyes and short blond hair with a side fringe.

The vehicle is described as a small, white, two-door sedan, possibly a Hyundai
Excel, with black and yellow number plates.

Police are now appealing to the public to help identify the driver and the white
vehicle.

Anyone with information in relation to the incidents or the identity of the man
or vehicle is urged to contact Brisbane Water Local Area Command via Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Reported attampted abductions in Armadale

10/02/11

WA
Police would like to speak with the man shown in the composite image (right) in
relation to reports of two attempted abductions around Armadale yesterday.

The
first incident is alleged to have occurred around 8:30am on Commerce Avenue in
Armadale and involved a 16 year old girl. The second incident is believed to
have involved a 10 year old boy on Westerham Street in Huntingdale around
8:50am.

The
person of interest is described as between 20 and 30 years old, approximately
180cm tall, of skinny build with bright red short hair, freckly complexion and
unshaven.

Police are also looking for a vehicle this man may have been driving which is
described an older model white tradesman type van, with no windows on the side,
a rear window, roo bar and a silver ladder on a roof rack.

Anyone who may have
witnessed the incidents or recognises the man pictured is asked to please
contact Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A man will appear before court today after the alleged indecent assault of a
young girl at Westmead in Sydney’s north-west.

About 7:45pm on Sunday 6 February a six-year-old girl was playing on the balcony
of her unit in Westmead, near to the Parramatta Golf Course, when she and a
friend went to the garden area to retrieve a lost ball.

While in the underground car park of the unit complex the girl was allegedly
approached and indecently assaulted by an unknown man.

When her friend returned to the unit alone, the girl’s father became concerned
and attended the car park area where he found his daughter who told him what had
occurred.

Police were contacted and conducted a search of the area without success. The
girl was taken to Westmead Children’s Hospital for medical examination.

He was subsequently charged with aggravated indecent assault and detaining for
advantage.

The 20-year-old Ermington man was refused bail and will appear in Burwood Local
Court today.

Police appeal following indecent assault of girl –
Westmead

Monday, 07 Feb 2011 09:12pm

NSW Police are appealing for information following the indecent assault of a
young girl at Westmead in Sydney’s north-west yesterday.

About 7:45pm on Sunday 6 February a six-year-old girl was playing on the balcony
of her unit in Westmead, near to the Parramatta Golf Course, when she and a
friend went to the garden area to retrieve a lost ball.

While in the underground car park of the unit complex the girl was allegedly
approached and indecently assaulted by an unknown man.

When her friend returned to the unit alone, the girl’s father became concerned
and attended the car park area where he found his daughter who told him what had
occurred.

Police were contacted and conducted a search of the area without success. The
girl was taken to Westmead Children’s Hospital for medical examination.

Investigators are now looking for a man described as being of Caucasian
appearance, with a tall thin build, short black hair and three piercings on his
face.

He was wearing black shorts and a white t-shirt with black on it.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the identity or
whereabouts of the man is urged to contact police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333
000.

Thursday 03-Feb-2011 (1554 hrs CST)Attempted abduction - Lyons

NT Police are calling on witnesses in relation to a possible attempted abduction
that occurred at approximately 3:10 pm yesterday.

It is alleged that a 13-year-old boy was walking home from school along Henbury
Avenue in Lyons when he saw a white van approaching.
A man from the vehicle has then walked rapidly up behind the boy. The boy struck
out with his arm, hitting the male before running off.

The man then returned to his vehicle and fled the scene.

Police were alerted to the incident a short time later when the boy returned
home and told his parents.
The offender is described to be approximately 188 cm’s tall and at the time of
the incident was wearing a bright yellow shirt with no collar and orange pants.

He was also wearing green boots with white socks and an orange or red hat. He is
also believed to have a badly sunburnt neck.

Detective Acting Senior Sergeant David Richardson said that this should act as a
warning to all parents with school aged children.
“The boy was very brave in this incident and did exactly the right thing”.

“Being the beginning of another school year, it is vital that parents sit down
with their kids and discuss the four r’s.
“Recognise danger, refuse any offer, run away and report the incident straight
away to a responsible adult or parent” he said.

Police urge anyone that may have information in relation to the event, who was
near the cricket pitch between 3:00 and 3:40pm, or who may recognise this male,
to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police investigating possible suspicious activity,
Chermside West

Last Updated: 31/01/2011

QLD Police investigations into possible suspicious activity which occurred
on a footpath at Chermside West yesterday afternoon continue.

Around 11.15am a vehicle stopped in Milburn Street near Frederick Annand
Park. A man exited the vehicle and walked towards a five-year-old child who was
sitting on the footpath.

As the man neared the child other children playing near by yelled for the
younger child to run. The child then got up and ran to the other children.

The man returned to the car, believed to be dark blue in colour and it
drove away. It is believed the vehicle was driven by a woman, described to have
red, curly hair, and it drove off in a westerly direction and turned left into
Marban Street.

The man is described as being 50 to 60 years old with a slim build. He is
Caucasian in appearance with a white platted beard and wearing black sunglasses
and a black shirt.

Police investigations are continuing. No one was injured.

Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or
crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation
working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Attempted abduction of a child

Last Updated: 30/01/2011

QLD Police are seeking public assistance with an investigation into the
attempted abduction of a child around 11.15 this morning at Frederick Annand
Park in Chermside West.

It is reported that a dark blue coloured vehicle approached the child, who
was sitting on the footpath at the edge of the park, and stopped in Milburn
Street facing in a westerly direction.

A man is believed to have got out of the passenger side of the vehicle and
approached the child.

When nearby witnesses shouted “run” the child ran towards them.

The man is understood to have returned to the vehicle when a woman,
described to have red, curly hair, drove off in a westerly direction and turned
left into Marban Street.

The man is described as being 50 to 60 years old with a slim build. He is
Caucasian in appearance with a white platted beard and wearing black sunglasses
and a black shirt.

Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or
crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation
working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Police investigate
attempted abduction in Narre Warren

Wednesday,
26 January 2011 07:14

Victorian Police are appealing for witnesses following an
attempted abduction of a 10-year-old boy in Narre Warren yesterday
afternoon.

Police believe the incident happened in a Bunnings car park about
4.50pm while the boy was waiting in the back of a ute for his mother,
who had gone shopping.

The unknown man approached the boy and asked if he wanted lollies
and to follow him to his car.

The boy refused and the man reached into the car and tried to pull
him out. Police believe the boy managed to break free which led to the
unknown male walking away and driving off.

The boy then rang his mother who arrived moments later.

The vehicle is described as being a black sedan with tinted
windows, a spoiler and with the numbers 7 and 3 in the registration.

The man is described as being about 25-years-old, Caucasian with
light brown hair, medium to fit build and wearing a light brown T-shirt
and jeans.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about this
incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit
www.crimestoppers.com.au.

Police issue warning over child approach – Nimbin

Tuesday, 21 Dec 2010 06:39am

NSW Police from the Richmond Local Area Command have issued a warning to the
community following an incident involving an 8-year-old girl in Nimbin
yesterday.

About 7.45pm a young girl was outside a premise in Thorburn Street when a man in
a white van stopped and asked her to get in.

The man allegedly offered the girl a lollipop in an attempt to coax her into the
vehicle.

The girl declined and walked home where she reported the matter to her mother.
In turn, the girl’s mother reported the matter to police and an investigation
commenced.

The man has been described to police as being of Caucasian appearance, aged
between 40-50 with a pale complexion and very short dark, hair possibly with
hair gel.

At the time of the incident he was wearing a black T-shirt with ‘Billabong’
written across the front in green, blue shorts and thongs.

He was also wearing a gold watch and silver necklace with a stone.

The van is described as a white, older model, square shape with two outward
opening rear doors.

Each door has a window and the van also had side windows covered with coloured
curtains.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Police investigate approach to children – Orange

Thursday, 16 Dec 2010 04:42am

NSW Police from Canobolas Local Area Command are investigating a report
that a man approached two children waiting at a bus stop near Orange showground
yesterday morning.

The 11-year-old girl and nine-year-old boy told police they were waiting for
their school bus on Phillip Street about 8.45am when a white sedan stopped on
the road in front of them.

The children told police the male driver told them to get in the car. They ran
away frightened by the man, and he drove away.

The children caught the bus to school and reported the incident to school staff.

Police searched the area and have spoken with school staff and students. It’s
believed the vehicle may have been a Holden Commodore sedan with tinted windows.

Police are hoping someone may have seen the incident and can provide a more
thorough description of the car and the driver.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Orange Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Police charge man over attempted abduction of teenage
girl – Ballina

Thursday, 11 Nov 2010 11:19pm

NSW Police from the Richmond Local Area Command have charged a man over the
alleged attempted abduction of a teenage girl at Ballina earlier this week.

Shortly after 3pm on Monday 8 November a 17-year-old local girl was walking home
from school.

Police will allege that as the girl walked along River Street a man stopped a
car nearby and approached the girl attempting to engage her in conversation.

The man continued to entice the girl into his car as she walked away.

When the vehicle drove away the girl went to a nearby home and waited until the
car had gone.

As the girl continued to walk home she was again approached by the man who
allegedly tried to entice her into his vehicle.

The matter was reported to Ballina Police and officers commenced an
investigation.

He was placed into custody and charged with stalk/intimidate intend fear of
physical harm, common assault and owner not disclose identity of driver.

The man was granted strict conditional bail to appear at Ballina Local Court on
16 December.

Appeal for public assistance after
schoolgirl allegedly approached – Orange

Thursday, 11 Nov 2010 04:06am

Police are appealing for public assistance after a schoolgirl was reportedly
approached in the state’s central west this week.

Between 1.45pm and 2.30pm on Tuesday (9 November) a seven-year-old girl was in
the playground of a public school in Spring Street, Orange, when a man – who was
standing on a footpath on the other side of the school fence – spoke to her.

The girl ignored the man and walked away. She was not touched during the
incident.

The girl reported the incident to her mother and police were notified.

The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, about 60 years of age with
short to medium length white hair, a white moustache that is the width of his
nose, a short white beard and blue eyes.

He was wearing blue jeans and a collared, short sleeve shirt with dark blue
bands around the arms and an ‘Electrolux’ insignia.

Inquiries into the alleged incident are continuing and anyone who witnessed any
suspicious activity in the Spring Street area around the time of the incident is
urged to contact Orange Detectives via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are again being encouraged to discuss the ‘Safe People, Safe
Places’ messages with their children, including:
§ Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members, friends
or an adult they know when going to and from school;
§ Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of other
people;
§ Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all
times;
§ Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
§ Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police;
§ Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
§ Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop; and
§ If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Children approached – Bourke

Wednesday, 10 Nov 2010 03:22pm

NSW Police are appealing for assistance after a group of boys was allegedly
approached in Bourke on the weekend.

Between 7pm and 10pm four boys aged between seven and 10 were playing on
Mitchell Street when a man in red Commodore stopped nearby.

The man allegedly approached the boys and spoke to them, offering to take them
for a drive in his car. The boys declined the offer and moved away from the man.

The man left the scene a short time later.

Police have been told the man was aged between 25 and 35, with short black hair
and a tattoo on his left shoulder. He was driving a red Commodore.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Bourke Police
Station via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child indecently assaulted – Orient Point

Sunday, 31 Oct 2010 12:58am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a young boy was
indecently assaulted in a toilet block on the state’s south coast.

About 7.30pm on Friday (29 October), the boy entered a toilet block located in a
park on Orana Drive, Orient Point.

After entering the toilet the boy found a man seated on the floor drinking from
a bottle.

The boy entered a cubicle and upon leaving, the male approached the boy and
indecently assaulted him.

The boy pushed the man away and rode from the scene on his pushbike. As he did,
the man also exited the toilet block and began following the boy in a white
sedan.

At one stage the man got out of his car and began chasing the boy on foot.
However, the boy was able to hide in bushland before returning to his home where
he reported the incident to his parents.

The man is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Straight Islander appearance,
about 178cm tall, with shaved brown hair, long side burns, blue eyes and a
distinctive tattoo on his hand of a star shape with spider web patterns in the
centre.

The car is described as an old white convertible with stripes on both sides.

Anyone who may be able to assist investigators is urged to contact Shoalhaven
Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police appeal after child approached – Miller

Wednesday, 27 Oct 2010 12:27pm

NSW Police are appealing for information after a young girl was allegedly
approached by a man in a van at Miller in Sydney’s south-west yesterday.

About 3:20pm, an eight-year-old girl was walking along Kenilworth Street, Miller
when a man driving a white van allegedly stopped beside her and called out to
her.

Police have been told the man attempted to entice the girl into the vehicle by
offering her lollies before she ran to a nearby house and informed friends of
what had occurred.

Detectives investigating the incident wish to speak to a man who has been
described as having an olive complexion, approximately 40-years-old, thin to
medium build, grey hair, short grey beard and wearing a light blue shirt with
writing across the front.

Police are appealing for members of the public to be on the lookout for a van
described as being white in colour with black roof racks and silver hubcaps.

Anyone with information about the incident or who may have seen the man or the
van in the vicinity of Kenilworth Street is urged to contact Green Valley Police
on (02) 9607 1799 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Parents are encouraged to discuss the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with
children including:
• Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members, friends
or an adult they know when going to and from school.
• Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of other
people.
• Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all
times.
• Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to.
• Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police.
• Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.
• Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop.
• If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Suspicious behaviour, Riverview

Last Updated: 26/10/2010

QLD Police are investigations alleged suspicious behaviour towards an
11-year-old girl at Riverview on October 20.

Around 8.50am a girl was walking along the footpath on Tessman Street when
she became aware of someone behind her. As she approached Old Ipswich Road, a
man grabbed the girl’s, arm causing her to scream and run away.

The man did not speak to the child and she was not injured.

He is described as being in his early 20’s, of a slim build, with brown
eyes, black hair and facial stubble.

He had a pink or purple spacer earring in his left ear and was wearing a
black pullover jumper with the word ‘unit’ written on the front.

A comfit image of the man has been released.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have information that will assist
this investigation.

Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or
crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day

Child approached – Macquarie Park

Wednesday, 27 Oct 2010 05:42am

NSW Police are continuing with their investigations after a child was allegedly
approached by an unknown man at Macquarie Park yesterday.

Just after 4.30pm (Tuesday 26 October), a 14-year-old girl was walking along
Cobar Way, when a white van, with a male driver pulled up alongside her.

The man attempted to engage the girl in conversation, however the girl continued
walking.

The girl was walking near Wilga Park when the man allegedly approached her a
second time.

It is alleged the man then grabbed the girl’s arms and tried pulling her away.

The girl broke free and reported the incident to police a short time later.

Police would now like to speak to a man who they believe can assist with their
inquiries into the incident.

He is described as being in his mid-twenties, with a tanned complexion and about
170–175cm tall. He was described as wearing knee-length cargo shorts, a dark
singlet and has a tattoo on his right upper arm.

Anyone who can assist police with further information about the incident is
urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police warn parents following alleged approaches to
children - Sydney metropolitan area

Friday, 22 Oct 2010 01:23pm

Police are urging parents to reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ message to
their kids following two unrelated incidents in Sydney over the last 30 hours.

About 7.45am yesterday (Thursday 21 October 2010), a 15-year-old boy was walking
along Thurston Street at Penrith in Sydney’s west when he noticed a white van
parked against the kerb.

The van allegedly was driven along the roadway beside the teenager, who began to
fear for his safety.

On arrival at school, the teenager informed authorities and St Mary’s Police
commenced an investigation. The vehicle was described to police as a white van
with tinted windows and a sliding door, however, the teenager was unable to
provide a description of any occupants of the vehicle.

In the second incident, a 12-year-old girl got off a bus on Beryl Avenue in Mt
Colah in Sydney’s north about 3.50pm yesterday.

She then noticed a van drive slowly past her and make a u-turn, driving back to
stop on the wrong side of the road next to the girl. A man allegedly attempted
to entice the child towards the car, however, the girl ran away and informed her
mother who reported the incident to Kuring-Gai police.

The male driver was described to police as being aged in his late 30’s, with a
fair complexion, thin build, short spiked dark brown hair and clean shaven. He
was wearing dark sunglasses and a dark blue or black t-shirt.

The vehicle is described as a white van, no rear windows, and yellow
registration plates.

Police don’t believe any of the incidents are linked.

Investigators are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged
incidents, or with details of the identity or current whereabouts of persons who
may be able to assist with inquiries, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being encouraged to reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe
Places’ messages with their children.

Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be
encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they
know when going to and from school.

Other key ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages parents are encouraged to teach
their children include:

• Make sure your parents or another adult knows where you are at all times.

• Always walk straight home or the place you are walking to.

• Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police.

• Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.

• Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop.

• If you are scared and can use a phone, call ‘Triple Zero’ (000) and tell them
you are scared.

Two school students approached in
separate incidents – Fairfield

Tuesday, 19 Oct 2010 06:57pm

Parents are being encouraged to reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe
Places’ messages with their children after reports of two
incidents in the State’s south-west today.

The first incident occurred at 7.20am, when a 13-year-old
student was walking on King Street in Fairfield. A man drove up
to the youth, asked him for directions and told him to get into
the car. The student ran to his nearby school and reported the
incident.

The second incident occurred at 8.20am, when a 13-year-old
student was approached by a man in vehicle on the Horsley Drive
in Fairfield at speed. The man asked him for directions and told
him to get into the car. The youth ran to his nearby school and
reported the incident.

Police were contacted and conducted extensive patrols but were
unable to locate the vehicle.

Both students gave similar descriptions of the man and the car.
The driver has been described as being about 50-years-old with
receding grey hair and wearing a blue shirt. The car has been
described as an older style Holden Torana with silver faded
paint.

Parents are encouraged to teach their children ‘Safe People,
Safe Places’ messages which include:
• Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family
members, friends or an adult they know when going to and from
school.
• Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there
are lots of other people.
• Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where
you are at all times.
• Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to.
• Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police
station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you
should go to one of these places and ask them to call the
police.
• Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you
need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know
and trust.
• Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car
with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the
road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.
• If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them
you are scared.

Police are appealing to anyone with information about the matter
or members of the public who witness suspicious behaviour around
schools to contact their nearest Police Station through Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Man charged with attempted kidnap and
intimidation - Wollongong

Monday, 18 Oct 2010 10:44pm

A man will appear in court next month charged with attempted
kidnapping and intimidation after an alleged incident south of
Sydney earlier this month.

About 2.30pm on Monday 4 October a 15-year-old Woonona girl was
walking along the Princes Highway at Woonona.

A man in a silver Porsche allegedly pulled up beside the girl at
the intersection of Dumbrell Street and demanded she get in his
car.

The girl fled the scene to a nearby home and the matter was
reported to Wollongong Police.
nFollowing on going investigations a 65-year-old Hurstville man
attended Wollongong Police Station today.

He was interviewed by detectives and later charged with
attempted kidnapping and intimidation.
He has been granted conditional bail to appear at Wollongong
Local Court on Tuesday 16 November

Child approached – Hamilton

Saturday, 16 Oct 2010 01:18am

NSW Police are investigating an incident where a child was
approached by an unknown man in the state’s north yesterday.

Just after 4pm a 9-year-old boy was walking along Cleary Street
at Hamilton when a black sedan stopped beside him.

The male driver of the vehicle wound down the window and leaned
across attempting to strike-up a conversation with the boy,
however the child ran away.

Police were contacted and conducted extensive patrols but were
unable to locate the vehicle.

The boy has told police the driver appeared to be about
30-years-old, Caucasian in appearance and wearing a brown shirt.
The man is described as having a tattoo on his left arm.

The car was described as a black sedan – similar in appearance
to a Subaru Impreza.

Anyone who can assist police with further information about the
incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached – Bomaderry

Tuesday, 21 Sep 2010 06:02pm

NSW Police are continuing their investigations after a child was
allegedly approached by an unknown man in the state’s south
today.
About 8.30am a 12-year-old boy was walking along Lyndhurst
Avenue, Bomaderry when a man pulled his car to the side of the
road and spoke to the boy.

The man drove away shortly after and was last seen driving down
Cambewarra Road.

The boy later reported the matter to his teacher, who then
called police.

The vehicle involved in the incident is described as being a
silver Holden station wagon, with the registration possibly
including the letters and numbers ‘BH-78’.

Investigators urge anyone with information in regards to the
vehicle or who may have witnessed the incident to contact Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Monday 06-Sep-2010 (1230 hrs CST)

Arrest for Abduction –Tennant Creek - 4609129

A 44-year-old man will appear in court after allegedly abducting
a five-year-old boy in Tennant Creek yesterday. Police said the incident occurred outside the Foodbarn in
Paterson Street just after 2.30pm. Witnesses told police the boy
was playing out the front of the store when a man picked him up
and started walking away. The boy’s mother raised the alarm and
chased the man who then put the boy down and fled. Police
arrested the man a short time later.
He has been charged with abduction of a child under 16 and
assault of a child under 16. He will appear in the Tennant Creek
Magistrates Court today.

Child approached – St Marys

Tuesday, 14 Sep 2010 05:18pm

NSW Police are investigating an incident where a child was
approached by an unknown man west of Sydney today.
About 8.30am today (Tuesday 14 September) an 11-year-old boy was
walking along Desborough Road at Colyton when a silver Toyota
sedan stopped beside him near a bicycle lane.

A man driving the car has left the vehicle and approached the
boy, grabbing him on the arm, however let go of the child when
another vehicle passed by.

The man then drove away in a westerly direction along Desborough
road towards Bennett Road.

The boy, who was unharmed in the incident, attended school where
the incident was reported to police.

Police attended the scene and conducted inquiries.

Officers would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist
with their inquiries into the incident. He described as being of
Asian appearance, about 180cm tall with a thin build and short
spiky blond hair. At the time of the incident he was wearing a
blue zipped hooded jacket, dark denim jeans and a white t-shirt.

The vehicle the man was travelling in is believed to be a shiny
silver Toyota sedan with yellow and black numberplates. The car
may have a ‘billabong’ motif sticker on the rear window.

Anyone with any information that may assist officers is urged to
contact St Marys Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Teenager followed - Whalan

Friday, 10 Sep 2010 11:43am

NSW Police are investigating an incident where a teenage girl
was followed by a group of men in Sydney’s west yesterday.

About 7.45am (Thursday 8 September), the 15-year-old girl was
walking near the intersection of Bulolo Drive and Kavieng Road
at Whalan when a utility with a number of men inside pulled up
alongside her.

One of the men signalled for the girl to stop but she kept
walking.

The men followed the girl to a nearby shopping centre, where the
utility slowed next her.

The girl kept walking and the utility sped off.

The teenager reported the incident and has given police a
description of one of the men.

He is of Caucasian appearance, 40 to 50 years of age, thin
build, tanned complexion, medium length brown/grey hair, a
moustache and was wearing a yellow and black fluorescent jacket.

The utility is white and has a metal tray.

Anyone with information about the men or who witnessed the
incident should immediately contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333
000

Sex assault on teen walking to
school

From:AAP

March 04, 20105:54AM

A SCHOOLGIRL was indecently assaulted as she walked to
school near Wollongong, police say.

He indecently assaulted her before she pushed him away and fled,
police said.

The attacker was last seen walking in the opposite direction, east
along Aldridge Avenue.

He is described as thin, Caucasian, about 170cm tall and with
sideburns and stubble.

He had a dirty dark grey jacket and knee-length white pants.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Man arrested over Wagga Wagga child abduction

Wednesday, 25 Aug 2010 10:15am

NSW Police from Wagga Wagga Local Area Command and State Crime Command
have this morning arrested a man as part of an on-going investigation
into the abduction of a girl at Wagga Wagga earlier this year.

Following a briefing at Albury Police Station, police attended a home in
North Albury, shortly after 8am, and arrested a 28-year-old man.

The man has been taken to Albury Police Station where he is being
interviewed by detectives attached to Strike Force Shell.

Strike Force Shell was formed to investigate the abduction of a
six-year-old girl from outside her home in Mount Austin, near Wagga
Wagga, about 11.35am on Sunday 14 February 2010.

Police from Wagga Wagga Local Area Command and State Crime Command Sex
Crimes Squad formed Strike Force Shell to conduct inquiries into the
incident.

Police hunt would-be abductor

08:41 AEST Tue Aug 24 2010 - Nine MSN

Police are investigating
the attempted abduction of an 11-year-old boy from the front yard of his
Melbourne home.

The boy was playing at his home in Tooradin Avenue, Dallas, in
Melbourne's northwest, on Saturday when he was approached by a man with
dark hair and a rat's tail.

The man motioned to the boy to try and get him to move closer,
then spoke in a foreign language.

When the boy ran inside to alert his parents, the man fled in a
yellow sedan.

Detective Senior Constable Costakis Costa said the incident was
particularly worrying because the boy was approached at his home.

"This is a good reminder to the community to educate children
about stranger danger and be vigilant," he said.

Police have released the image of a man they wish to speak to.

Teenage girl fights off
attacker

Rodney
Stevens | 4th August 2010 - The Daily Examiner

PARENTS of children around the Grafton area have
been put on alert following a terrifying assault and attempted abduction
of a teenage girl at Tindal Road, Eatonsville, on Monday night.

The girl was approached by a man in a four-wheel-drive vehicle
while she was walking along the road about 7.45pm.

The man spoke to the girl before getting out of his vehicle and
approaching her.

According to police, the man grabbed the girl by the hair and
punched her before attempting to drag her towards the four-wheel-drive
and into the back of the vehicle.

Fortunately the girl was able to break free from the man’s grasp,
and ran towards a nearby farmhouse.

The attacker then drove off, leaving the girl suffering bruising
and scratches to her face.

The girl described the man to police as being of Caucasian
appearance, 180cm to 185cm tall, with a large build, short dark-coloured
hair and clean shaven.

He was driving a light or cream-coloured four-wheel-drive with
roof racks and double rear doors.

Police said there was no reason to believe this assault and
abduction attempt was in any way associated with attempted abductions
around the Coramba area over the past month.

Police are appealing to people with any
information on the case to contact their local police station or
Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

Girl attacked while watching TV

06:04 AEST Thu Jul 22 2010

Nine MSN

NSW Police are reminding
people to lock their doors after a teenage girl was attacked while watching
television in her home in western Sydney.

The 17-year-old was in the lounge room of her home in Hinchinbrook
when she looked in a mirror and saw a man standing behind her about 1pm (AEST)
on Wednesday, police said.

The man allegedly grabbed the teenager from behind and the girl fought
back, punching and kicking the man in an attempt to break free.

She was allegedly assaulted by the man before she was able to break
free and run to her bedroom, where she phoned a friend.

The man then attempted to drag her from the bedroom before he ran out
a door at the back of the house, fleeing the scene.

The girls' friend arrived at her home a short time later and called
police.

Police said the girl was extremely shaken up but only sustained minor
physical injuries.

The attacker has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, 35
to 40 years old and about 180cm tall with a slim build.

He was wearing a khaki green shirt, black cargo pants and black
joggers.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000

Attempted child stealing, Springfield:

Last Updated:
13/07/2010

Police have charged 35-year-old man after an alleged incident at
Springfield this afternoon. Around 3pm it is alleged the man attempted to grab a
12-year-old boy near the intersection of Old Logan Road and Springfield Parkway.
The man has been charged with one count each of attempted child stealing,
deprivation of liberty and assault. He is due to face Ipswich Magistrates Court
on July 14.

Man arrested over indecent assault on train

Friday, 09 Jul 2010 03:53pm

Police have arrested and charged a man over the indecent assault of a
12-year-old girl on a city-bound train last week.

Following a renewed appeal for public help, detectives from City Central Local
Area Command received information that led to the arrest of a 40-year-old
Belrose man around 9.40am today at Quakers Hill in Sydney’s north-west.

The man was taken to the Quakers Hill Police Station to assist City Central
investigators with their inquiries.

He was subsequently charged with aggravated indecent assault and refused bail.
The Belrose man appeared in Blacktown Local Court today. There, he was refused
bail and will reappear in Central Local Court on 16 July.

Around 4.15pm on Thursday July 1, it is alleged the schoolgirl was travelling on
a train from Bondi to Central Railway Station when she was indecently grabbed.

She managed to run from the carriage and raise the alarm.

Police renew appeal after indecent assault on train

Wednesday, 07 Jul 2010 03:34am

NSW Police have renewed their appeal for information on the indecent assault of
a 12-year-old girl on a city-bound train last Thursday and have issued new
photos of a man they believe might be able to assist with their inquiries.

About 4.15pm on Thursday 1 July, a girl was sitting on the train travelling
between Bondi and Central Railway Station, when a man came and sat next to her.

The man allegedly exposed himself and grabbed the girl indecently.

She screamed and alerted other passengers. As this occurred, the train stopped
at platform 24 of Central Railway Station and the man got off and left the area.

Police seized CCTV from the railway station and have gathered a description of
the man who might be able to assist their investigation.

He is described as being of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, short black
hair, black beard and wearing light blue jeans and possibly a black jacket.

Anyone who might know the identity and current whereabouts of the man captured
in the CCTV should immediately contact City Central Police via Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Men allegedly attempt to coax boy
into car with toy – Bidwill

Tuesday, 06 Jul 2010 05:47pm

NSW Police are appealing for information and warning
parents and children to remain vigilant after two men attempted to coax a boy
into a vehicle at Bidwill in Sydney’s west yesterday.

Officers have been told about 4pm (Monday 5 July) a 7-year-old boy was playing
in the front yard of a home in Cork Place, Bidwill when a blue-coloured car
pulled up outside the home.

The vehicle stopped on the southern side of the road when the driver is alleged
to have called out to the boy and attempted to coax him into the vehicle by
showing him a Toy Story – Buzz Lightyear toy.

The boy refused to get into the vehicle and ran inside the home to alert his
grandmother who ran outside to see the car leaving the scene.

The car which is described as a dark/royal blue sedan with pink stripes all the
way across the lower panels was last seen turning right onto Wicklow Street
towards Popondetta Road.

Police wish to speak to the two male occupants of the vehicle and believe they
may be able to assist with inquiries.

The first man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 40-years-old,
with a bald head, clean shaven and wearing a blue top.

The second man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his 20’s,
with dark brown hair in a mullet style, brown goatee beard.

Anyone who may have seen the vehicle or men in the vicinity of Cork Place and
Wicklow Street at Bidwill is urged to contact Mount Druitt Police via Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police continue to remind parents to remain vigilant in reinforcing the ‘Safe
People, Safe Places’ messages with their children.

Attempted abduction - Blacktown

Wednesday, 30 Jun 2010 05:22pm

NSW Police from Blacktown Local Area Command are appealing for public assistance
following the attempted abduction of a five-year-old girl in Blacktown
yesterday.

About 3.30pm the girl was walking to her friend’s home on Irelands Road when a
dark coloured vehicle slowed down next to her and stopped.

The man driving the car wound down his window and called out to the girl, asking
her to get into his car.

The child became distressed and began calling for help, alerting a resident who
came out to assist.

The vehicle, described as a black Toyota Celica with a silver stripe down the
side and green P-plates, drove away.

The resident took the child into his home where he contacted her grandmother.

The matter was reported to Blacktown Police later that evening.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area of Irelands Road,
about 3.30pm and saw a suspicious dark coloured car, to contact Blacktown Police
on 9671 9199 or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Child approached – Coramba

Tuesday, 22 Jun 2010 04:55pm

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a child was approached on
the north coast yesterday.

About 4pm on Monday, an 11-year-old boy was walking along Duncan’s Bridge Road,
Coramba, with a small dog.

The boy told police that a man driving a silver-coloured vehicle stopped and
asked him to hop into the car, about 400 metres from the Gale Street
intersection.

The boy declined and walked away, with the car being driven off in the opposite
direction.

Police were contacted by the boy’s school today after the child reported the
incident to a teacher.

Police from Coffs/Clarence Local Area Command are investigating the incident and
would like to hear from anyone with information to assist them.

In particular, they would like to speak to anyone who was in the vicinity of
Duncan’s Bridge Road yesterday afternoon.

Officers are still trying to determine whether there are any links with a report
of a nine-year-old boy approached by a man in a silver vehicle on Sunday 20
June. Police are also continuing to appeal for information on that incident.

Anyone who can assist police should phone Coffs Harbour Police Station on 6652
0299 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Teenage male allegedly indecently assaulted - Auburn

Friday, 18 Jun 2010 08:04pm

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a teenage boy was allegedly
approached by a man at Auburn in Sydney’s west.

Police have been told that between 4.30 and 4.45pm yesterday (Thursday 17 June
2010), a 13-year-old boy went to the carpark of premises in Hargrave Road after
a man asked for assistance with his vehicle.

The boy alleges he ran from the area after the man made inappropriate
suggestions and indecently assaulted the teenager.

Officers attached to the Joint Investigation Response Squad today conducted a
lengthy interview with the boy and his father and are appealing for public
assistance to locate a man who may be able to assist with inquiries into the
alleged incident.

He’s described as being of Indian/Pakistani appearance, 30 to 35-years-old,
about 180cm tall, of medium build, unshaven with slight facial hair, and black
hair (possibly grey on top) with a ponytail or ‘rats-tail’ at back slightly
below the neck line.

He was last seen wearing a dark long-sleeved top/jacket, and dark long pants,
and was near a vehicle described as being a white older model (90's) four-door
sedan, possibly a Toyota Camry or Ford Falcon.

Anyone with information about the man’s identity or current whereabouts, or who
noticed anyone acting suspiciously in the vicinity of Hargrave Road at Auburn
between 4.30pm and 4.45pm yesterday afternoon, is asked to contact Auburn Police
or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police would also like to remind all parents to reinforce their ‘Safe People,
Safe Places’ messages with their children.

Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be
encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they
know.

They should also be encouraged to walk near busier roads and streets, or use
paths where there are lots of other people.

It is important children and young people also know to immediately alert a ‘safe
adult’ if they are approached by a person who makes them feel scared. This
information should be immediately reported to police.

Other ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages parents are encouraged to teach their
children include:

· Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all
times;
· Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
· Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police;
· Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop; and
· If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared

Man charged with act of indecency – Hunter Region

Sunday, 13 Jun 2010 09:28am

A man will appear in court next month after being charged with two acts of
indecency in the Hunter region (NSW).

About 3.45pm on Saturday 12 June a nine-year-old girl and a 10-year-old girl
were at the intersection of Warrane and Melrose Streets at Lorn when a
38-year-old Rutherford man allegedly approached them.

The man allegedly exposed himself to the girls before performing a lewd act in
front of them.
The girls walked away from the man.

About 4.30pm the girls were outside a nearby residence when the man approached
them a second time and allegedly performed a second lewd act before he left the
area.

The girls alerted an adult who was inside the home at the time and Central
Hunter police were contacted.

About 8.30pm yesterday police attended a premises at Rutherford where they
arrested the 38-year-old man.

He was taken to Maitland Police Station where he was subsequently charged with
two counts of act of indecency.

He has been granted conditional bail to appear at Maitland Local Court on Monday
12 July.

Appeal for public assistance after
students approached – Bellevue Hill

Wednesday, 09 Jun 2010 04:33pm

Rose Bay Police (NSW) are appealing for public assistance after three students
were approached by a man in Sydney’s eastern suburbs yesterday.

About 9.45am three male students were attending their school – a college in
Victoria Road, Bellevue Hill – when they were spoken to by a man seated in an
old white Holden Commodore station wagon, with a ‘Roosters’ sticker on the rear
tailgate. The vehicle was parked near the school.

The man allegedly tried to lure the boys, two aged 13 and one aged 14, to the
vehicle.

The boys ignored the man and kept walking before two older male students, aged
16 and 17, approached the man, causing him to drive away in Victoria Road.

The matter was reported to the school before police were notified.

A canvass of the area was conducted with no result.

Police wish to speak to a man who might be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as Caucasian in appearance, aged in his late 50s to early 60s,
average build, clean shaven with short, grey, unkept hair. He was wearing a grey
sweater and clear rimmed reading glasses.

Anyone with information about the incident, the man or the vehicle is urged to
contact Rose Bay Police on 9362 6399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children.

Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be
encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they
know. They should also be encouraged to walk near busier roads and streets, or
use paths where there are lots of other people.

It is important children and young people also know to immediately alert a ‘safe
adult’ if they are approached by a person who makes them feel scared. This
information should be immediately reported to police.

Other ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages parents are encouraged to teach their
children include:
• Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all
times;
• Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
• Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library
or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and
ask them to call the police;
• Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police
officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
• Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you
don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person
inside, do not stop; and
• If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Attempted abduction charges, Redbank: Last Updated: 09/06/2010

QLD Police have charged a 48-year-old man following an incident at
Redbank yesterday. It is alleged the man attempted to force a 13-year-old girl
into a car at around 4.40pm on Old Ipswich Road. It is further alleged the man
indecently treated a 14-year-old girl at Ipswich Railway Station on February 2.
The Eastern Heights man has been charged with one count each of attempted
abduction, attempted child stealing and indecent treatment. He has been held in
custody to appear in the Ipswich Magistrates Court today

Police in Sydney’s inner-west are conducting inquiries after a schoolgirl was
followed home by an unknown male youth.

About 3.10pm yesterday (Thursday 25 March), the 12-year-old girl alighted from
her school bus on New Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill, and began walking home
along Herbert Street.

As the girl walked past a local youth centre, an unknown male exited the
building and got into a small white vehicle.

He then drove up alongside her and followed her into Fairfowl Street.

Fearing for her safety, the schoolgirl started running towards her home. The
male – believed to be aged in his mid to late teens, of white/European
appearance, 160-165cm tall with short dark spiky hair – got out of the car and
ran after her but stopped a short time later.

The girl reported the incident to her mother who alerted police from
Marrickville Local Area Command.

Officers attended the location and spoke with the child before conducting a
canvass of the local neighbourhood.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has any
information that might assist them to contact Marrickville Police Station via
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children.

Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be
encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they
know. They should also be encouraged to walk near busier roads and streets, or
use paths where there are lots of other people.

It is important children and young people also know to immediately alert a ‘safe
adult’ if they are approached by a person who makes them feel scared. This
information should be immediately reported to police.

NSW Police are appealing for information after children were allegedly
approached by an elderly man at Glenmore Park in Sydney’s west.

About 2:25pm yesterday (Thursday 25 March 2010), a 13-year-old girl was walking
west on the northern footpath of Morrison Street when she was allegedly
approached by an elderly male in a car.

The man allegedly attempted to get her into the car by asking her to direct him
to a retirement village. The girl refused and walked away, and the man drove
off. The car was last seen turning into William Howell Drive.

About 2:30pm, another 13-year-old girl was walking with a 12-year-old girl and a
14-year-old girl in a northerly direction in William Howell Drive when they were
allegedly approached by an elderly man in a car who inquired about directions to
a retirement village. The girls continued walking and the vehicle was driven
away.

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man who may be able to
assist with inquiries into the alleged incidents.

He’s described as being of white / European appearance, 60-70 years old, bald,
and with an Australian accent. The man was last seen wearing thick-rimmed
reading glasses, and a long-sleeved button-up shirt and vest (possibly maroon in
colour).

The vehicle is described as being a small, square-shaped old model sedan,
possibly two-door, cream in colour with plain chrome coloured hubcaps.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Penrith Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Police appeal for information after three women
indecently assaulted near Merrylands

Tuesday, 23 Mar 2010 05:10am

NSW Police from Holroyd Local Area Command are appealing for information after
three women were indecently assaulted in separate incidents over the last few
days.

The first incident occurred about 7.20pm on March 11 when a woman standing on
Birmingham Street, Merrylands was approached by a man who indecently assaulted
her. The woman screamed and he ran from the scene.

In the second incident, a woman was walking along Railway Terrace, Guildford
about 5.30pm on March 21 when she was approached by a man who indecently
assaulted her. The woman screamed and he ran away.

In the last incident, which occurred about 1pm yesterday, a woman was walking on
Guildford Road, Guildford when she was also approached by a man who indecently
assaulted her before running away.

Fortunately none of the women were injured during the attacks however they were
all shocked by the incidents.

The man involved in all three assaults has been similarly described to police as
being of Indian appearance, aged in his mid to late twenties, of average height
with facial hair and a thin build.

Merrylands Police have appealed for information from the public together with
any information of other incidents which have not yet been reported to police.

Anyone who might have information about the man is asked to contact Merrylands
Police on 9897 4899 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Boy assaulted, Carindale:

Last Updated:
20/03/2010

QLD Police are appealing for witnesses after a 12-year-old boy was
assaulted at Carindale yesterday afternoon. Around 5.15pm the boy was pushing
his bicycle in a green space area, in the vicinity of a dog park in Ablington
Way, when a male jogger approached him and grabbed him by the waist. The boy
fell to the ground and started crying causing the man to flee on foot. He is
described as Caucasian, with a fair complexion, approximately 40-years-old,
around 180cms tall with a thin build, small pot belly and short straight greying
brown hair. The man was wearing a grey t-shirt, black knee length shorts and
white sandshoes. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or seen
a man jogging matching this description is asked to contactCrime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au
24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation
working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Police issue public warning after sexual offences –
Nowra/Bomaderry area

Friday, 19 Mar 2010 04:40pm

NSW Police on the state’s south coast have issued a public warning after an
unknown male indecently assaulted an elderly woman and exposed himself to a
young girl in separate incidents in the past fortnight.

In the first incident, a 70-year-old woman was walking home from the Bomaderry
shops on Saturday 6 March when she was confronted by the male and indecently
assaulted.

In another incident on Wednesday (17 March), an 11-year-old girl was approached
by a male at North Nowra.

He allegedly spoke with the girl and exposed himself to her.

Both incidents were reported to police from Shoalhaven Local Area Command and
inquiries are continuing to identify the offender, who’s been described as being
aged in his late teens, of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, with
short curly black hair and bad acne.

Investigators believe the incidents are linked and have issued a warning to
women and children to be extra vigilant about their personal safety.

“Our inquiries into these incidents are continuing and we are very hopeful of
catching the person responsible,” Detective Acting Inspector Kevin Waterer said.
“Acts of violence and offences of a sexual nature against women and children are
completely unacceptable and I can ensure the community we will continue to
thoroughly investigate all reports.”

“I would remind women and children to be extra vigilant about their personal
safety – especially if they’re walking late at night or early in the
morning.nn“I’d encourage them to use footpaths that are well lit and visible,
and to walk in groups rather than alone,” Det A/Insp Waterer said.

Unique belt clue in Wagga abduction

Friday, 19 Mar 2010 10:40am

NSW Police believe a distinctive belt is the clue to help identify a man wanted
for the abduction of a young girl near Wagga Wagga last month.

An extensive manhunt is underway to find the person responsible for the incident
which occurred at 11.30am on Sunday 14 February at Mount Austin.

The six-year-old girl was grabbed by a man and driven from Macleay Street, after
a considerable ordeal she was dropped off not far from her home approximately 90
minutes later.

Police from Wagga Wagga Local Area Command and the State Crime Command have
formed Strike Force Shell.

They have today released vital information about the man responsible.

The man is described as being of white/European appearance, 35 to 45 years of
age, solid/chubby build, with short brown balding hair.

He was wearing a long sleeve dark blue button-up shirt with a collar, blue jeans
and work belts.

Detective Inspector Rod Smith from Wagga Wagga Local Area Command said the man
was also wearing a distinctive leather belt.

“It had different coloured farm animals imprinted along the length of the belt,
including horses, cows and pigs,” Inspector Smith said.

“My investigators have attempted to find a similar looking one without success.
The belt is quite unique and might even be a homemade one-off.

“If we can track down the belt, we believe we will find our abductor.”

Tracking down the man’s vehicle also remains a major focus of the investigation.

It is described as being a late model white Toyota Hilux dual cab utility with a
tray back. The NSW registration is believed to start with BD, DB or similar.

Anyone who has information about the crime or who can identify the owner of the
unique belt should immediately contact investigators at Wagga Wagga 02 6922 2598
via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Man arrested over
attempted abduction, Lalor

Tuesday, 16
March 2010 09:42

Victorian Police have arrested a 34-year-old Lalor man
following an attempted abduction of a 48-year-old woman in Lalor
yesterday afternoon.

He has been remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court
this morning.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen a 1996 red
Daewoo Cielo hatchback around the Lalor Secondary College area
particularly the King and Edmondson Street vicinity at around 1645hrs
yesterday.

Tuesday, 09 Mar 2010 05:23am
Police from the Mt Druitt Local Area Command have charged a man after he
allegedly offered school boys money to perform sex acts yesterday.

Police will allege the 35-year-old man drove past a 17-year-old student who was
waiting outside his school in Rooty Hill about 11.50am.

The boy told police the man parked his car and approached him offering to
perform a sexual act. The teenager declined and the man left.

About 20 minutes later it’s alleged the same man, driving his vehicle,
approached a 16-year-old male in Railway Street, Rooty Hill. The man allegedly
waved the boy over to his car, but the teenager kept walking.

Becoming concerned, the 16-year-old entered the grounds of a hospital, but the
man followed. He stopped the boy and propositioned him, offering him money. The
boy declined and told the man his father was coming to pick him up.

The man drove away.

The boys reported the matter to Mt Druitt Police. After further inquires, the
35-year-old attended Mt Druitt Police Station where he was subsequently charged
with two counts of incite to conduct act of indecency.

He was refused bail and will appear in Mt Druitt Local Court today.

Man charged over alleged child sex grooming – Mt
Druitt

Tuesday, 09 Mar 2010 05:12am

Police from the Mt Druitt Local Area Command have charged a man after he
allegedly attempted to groom a child for sexual activity via the social
networking site, Facebook.

Police will allege the 27-year-old man made contact with an 11-year-old girl via
the site on Sunday March 7.

The young girl accepted the man as a friend on the site allowing him access to
her personal information and photographs.

Numerous messages were sent between the two before the man arranged a location
for the two to meet, allegedly for sexual activity.

The girl told her mother about the man and police from Mt Druitt were informed.

Yesterday (Monday 8 March) police attended a park in Emerton where they arrested
the man and took him to Mt Druitt Police Station where a search warrant was
applied for.

A search of the man’s Bidwill home was conducted and a computer was seized.

The man was charged with travel to meet child groomed for sexual activity.

He was given bail and will appear in Mt Druitt Local Court on March 30.

Boy indecently assaulted at playground- Parramatta

Friday, 05 Mar 2010 05:10am

A man will appear in court this morning charged with the indecent assault of a
young boy in Parramatta (NSW) yesterday afternoon.

About 4.40pm, the four-year-old boy was in a playground in Church Street Mall
with his mother and siblings.

A man sitting on nearby bench, called the boy over and allegedly put his arm
around him. The man then allegedly kissed the boy on the face a number of times.

The child’s mother saw the incident and yelled at the man, who then walked from
the scene.

She called triple zero and officers from Parramatta Local Area Command traced
the man to a nearby shopping centre and arrested him.

The 37-year-old man from Parramatta has been charged with aggravated indecent
assault of a child under the age of 16 years.

He has been refused bail and will appear in Parramatta Local Court later today.

Boy approached by man in van - Narraweena

Thursday, 04 Mar 2010 05:35am

Police are warning the public after a young boy was approached by a man on
Sydney’s northern beaches yesterday.

Sometime between 3pm and 3.30pm, a 13-year-old boy was riding his bike home from
school when he stopped outside a house in Alfred Street, Narraweena, in order to
fix problems with his bike.

Whilst fixing the bike, a man exited a white van and approached the boy,
offering him a lift.

The boy immediately got on his bike and rode away.

The man is described as being white/European appearance, 40-50 years old,
170-180cm tall, medium to well built, with a bald head, clean shaven and a stud
on his left earlobe and ear-ring on his right earlobe.

The van is described as having a flat front, with an old looking paint job. No
registration was sighted by the boy.

Assistance sought, assault of a 14-year-old girl,
Townsville

QLD Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a man seen
riding a bicycle in the vicinity of Melton Terrace and the Strand around 6.30am
this morning.

It is believed that the man may be able to assist with inquiries into an
assault of a 14-year-old girl who was jogging in the at that time.

He is described as being around 18-years-old, of Aboriginal or Torres
Strait Islander appearance, with short dark hair.

He was riding a bicycle and wearing grey to black full length jeans, a
white belt, a white singlet and carrying a blue hoodie.

If anyone has seen this man could they please contact
Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000 or Townsville Police Communications on 4759 9777

Anyone
with information which could assist police with their investigations should
contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au
24hrs a day. Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation
working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service

NSW Police are conducting inquiries after a child was approached by an unknown
man at Roseville, on Sydney’s North Shore.

The 11-year-old boy was riding his bike along Clanville Street about 7.30pm
yesterday (Friday 26 March), when a red Mitsubishi Lancer pulled up alongside
him.

The male driver – described as being aged in his 30s, of white/European
appearance with a round face and dark blond, shaved hair – shouted at him
through the open front passenger’s side window.

The boy screamed and immediately cycled away. The unknown man then sped past the
child in his vehicle and was last seen turning into Hill Street.

Police from North Shore Local Area Command were alerted to the incident and have
commenced inquiries.

The red Mitsubishi Lancer has been described as being the current model with red
dust on its wheel arches, a broken nearside brake light, large modified exhaust
and black tape covering the front and rear registration plates. There were also
pale blue fluffy dice hanging from the rear vision mirror.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact Chatswood Police Station
via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children.

Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be
encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they
know. They should also be encouraged to walk near busier roads and streets, or
use paths where there are lots of other people. It is important children and
young people also know to immediately alert a ‘safe adult’ if they are
approached by a person who makes them feel scared. This information should be
immediately reported to police.

Man charged with stalking schoolgirl – Liverpool

Thursday, 03 Jun 2010 04:43am

A man will front a Sydney court today charged with stalking a schoolgirl at
Liverpool.

The 16-year-old girl was walking to school along Forbes Street, Liverpool, about
9.20am yesterday (Wednesday 2 June), when she noticed a red Nissan Pulsar pull
up alongside her.

The male driver of the car allegedly stared at the teenager before attempting to
lure her into the vehicle near Lachlan Street.

The girl continued walking towards school and the man drove off before returning
a short time later.

He again allegedly attempted to draw the teenager into the car but she made her
way to school and raised the alarm.

Police from Liverpool Local Area Command attended the school and conducted
inquiries.

Acting on information received, police arrested a 28-year-old man at a
Smithfield business last night.

The Cabramatta man was taken to Liverpool Police Station and charged with
stalk/intimidate intend fear of physical/mental harm.

He has been refused bail to appear in Parramatta Local Court today.

Police search for man after alleged act of indecency –
Byron Bay

Wednesday, 26 May 2010 09:22pm

NSW Police are searching for a man who allegedly committed an act of indecency
in front of two teenage hitchhikers at Byron Bay, on the state’s Far North
Coast.

Around 2.45pm today, the driver picked up the 14-year-old girls outside a
supermarket in Jonson Street and drove south onto Bangalow Road.

As his vehicle reached the intersection with Patterson Street, he allegedly
pulled down his shorts and committed an act of indecency in front of the
teenagers.

The girls demanded the driver stop the vehicle and they got out.

The car performed a u-turn and headed back towards Byron Bay.

Neither girl was assaulted during the incident and reported it to police.

The man is described as Indian/Subcontinental in appearance, 40 to 45 years old,
with a solid build and balding, black hair.

He was driving a maroon 4WD bearing maroon and white Queensland number plates.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Byron Bay Police
on (02) 6685 9499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

NSW Police are warning children to be extra vigilant about their safety after a
man performed a lewd act in front of students outside a western Sydney school.

Just after 1.30pm today, a year 12 student observed the man acting suspiciously
outside a high school in Harrow Road, Cambridge Park.

The student approached the man and kicked dirt towards him, causing him to pull
up his pants and run from the scene.

The incident was reported to the school principal, who alerted police from St
Marys Local Area Command.

A search of the surrounding area was conducted by general duties officers but
they were unable to locate the offender.

He’s been described as being 40 to 45 years of age, of Caucasian appearance,
175-177cm tall with a medium build and wearing a black jacket, blue denim jeans
and black cap.

Police are seeking public assistance to identify and locate the man, while also
warning children to be extra vigilant about their safety and immediately report
such incidents to a trusted adult - a family member, school teacher or police.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that might assist
investigating officers is urged to contact St Marys Police Station via Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Suspicious behaviour
in Pakenham

Thursday,
13 May 2010 16:18

Police are concerned following reports of a man trying to coerce
a 12-year-old boy in to his car in Pakenham today.

The boy was riding his bike in King Street around 12.30pm when he
was approached by a man in a car.

The man pulled up beside the boy and instructed him to get in the
car so he could take the boy for a ride.

The man followed the boy into Henry Street, where he continued to
coerce him into the vehicle.

The boy continued riding to a local shopping area where he was
able to call police for assistance.

The police air wing and a number of police units attended but were
unable to locate the man or the vehicle.

The man is described as being in his mid-40's, clean shaven,
medium to solid build, with short bleached or blonde hair. He was
wearing glasses.

The car is described as an early model dark green Ford sedan,
possibly an EA or EB model.

Anyone with information relating to the incident is urged to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppers.com.au

Teenage girl approached – Orange

Thursday, 13 May 2010 12:30pm

NSW Police are appealing for help from the public after a girl was approached by
two men on her way to school this morning.

The 12-year-old girl was walking along Lone Pine Avenue about 8am today when a
station wagon containing two men pulled up beside her.

The girl told police one of the men exited the car and approached her, telling
her to get into the car, before trying to grab at her. She said he was disturbed
by a passing vehicle and the two men drove off.

The girl informed a teacher when she arrived at school, and police were
contacted.

She has described the first man as being about 30 years old with an olive
complexion, wearing a baseball cap, three-quarter black shorts, a singlet with a
skull emblem and thongs. He had a tattoo on his left arm and a pierced right
eyebrow.

The second man, who remained in the car, is described as being of Caucasian
appearance, about 25 years old and wearing a black and green T-shirt.

The station wagon was silver in colour with a dividing internal luggage cage.

Police would like to hear from anyone who may be able to identify the men or who
was in the vicinity of Lone Pine Avenue about 8am. They would particularly like
to hear from the driver of the car which disturbed the men.

Anyone who can assist should phone Orange Police Station on 6363 6399 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Teenager indecently assaulted – Ermington

Thursday, 06 May 2010 09:28am

NSW Police in western Sydney are conducting inquiries after a
schoolgirl was indecently assaulted at Ermington.

The 15-year-old girl was walking home from school along Macarthur Street,
Ermington, about 3.30pm yesterday (Wednesday 4 May), when she noticed an unknown
man acting suspiciously behind her.

The teenager crossed the street; however, the man again approached her from
behind and indecently assaulted her.

The victim broke free before running home.

She attended Ermington Police Station and reported the incident.

A canvass of the area was undertaken by police from Rosehill Local Area Command.

Local detectives are continuing their inquiries into the incident and are
appealing for public assistance to identify and locate the offender.

He’s been described as being aged in his late 20s; of Indian Sub-Continental
appearance; 165cm tall with thin build; black/greyish medium-length hair, parted
in the middle; dark-coloured eyes; and slight facial hair.

At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a sky blue long sleeve button
up shirt, black trousers and black dress shoes.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information that might assist
investigators is urged to contact Granville Police Station via Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Attempted abduction in
Cranbourne West

Thursday,
08 April 2010 14:02

Victorian Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding
an attempted abduction of a 4-year-old boy in Cranbourne West yesterday
afternoon.

The victim was playing outside his home address in Central Park
Way, when a vehicle stopped at the front of the house about 2.30pm.

The driver of the car had a brief conversation with the boy before
a sibling, who was also playing outside ran into the house to alert his
mother.

The vehicle then drove away east down Central Park Way.

It is believed that there was one man inside the car who is
described as approximately 18-years-old, with short, spiky blonde hair
with a tattoo of a skeleton or similar on his left arm

The car is described as an electric blue Ford XR6 or XR8 with a
rear spoiler and tinted windows.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
www.crimestoppers.com.au

Indecent Exposure -
Carrum Downs

Tuesday, 06
April 2010 20:14

Victorian Police are searching for a man who indecently exposed
himself in Carrum Downs last month.

On Saturday 27 March four children were walking along Wedge Road
towards Mc Cormicks Road around 4pm.

It is alleged a man driving a blue Mitsubishi station wagon
stopped on the other side of the road opposite the children before
getting out of the car and exposing himself, acting indecently.

He then fled the scene, driving east along Wedge Road towards
Frankston.

The man is described as having a dark complexion and muscular in
appearance

He was wearing a blue t-shirt and brown ugg boots.

Police have released an image of the car they believe the man was
driving and may assist with their enquiries.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or can
identify the vehicle pictured above to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.

Man arrested and charged over child approach - Helens
Park

Thursday, 08 Apr 2010 05:31am

NSW Police have arrested and charged a man after he allegedly indecently
approached a 12-year-old girl at Helens Park in Sydney’s south-west.

Around 4.45pm on Tuesday 6 April, it’s alleged the child was emptying rubbish in
the front yard of her home when she was approached by a man in a dark coloured
4WD.

It’s further alleged that after a short conversation, as the girl walked away
from the vehicle, the man exposed himself to her.

The child and her parents reported the incident to Campbelltown police.

Around 5.20pm, detectives from the Lake Illawarra Local Area Command attended an
address in Lakelands Drive at Dapto and arrested a 24-year-old man.

He was taken to the Port Kembla Police Station and charged with procure child
under 14 years for unlawful sexual activity.

He was refused bail and ordered to appear later today before the Wollongong
Local Court.

Police investigate possible abduction
attempt – Castle Hill

Saturday, 03 Apr 2010 05:21am

NSW Police are appealing for information and warning parents to be alert after a
possible attempt to abduct a child from the front yard of his home at Castle
Hill in Sydney’s north-west.

About 4.50pm on Thursday (1 April 2010), an 8-year-old boy was playing in the
front yard of a home in Fernbrook Place when a car carrying three men allegedly
stopped on the wrong side of the road.

When two men allegedly got out of the vehicle and approached the child, the boy
yelled for his father and ran towards the house. The two men then ran back to
the vehicle and drove away.

The child was unharmed as a result of the incident and the boy’s father
contacted police who conducted a canvass of the area without result.

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate three men who may be able
to assist with inquiries into the incident. The first man is described as being
of Indian or Mediterranean / Middle Eastern appearance, aged between 30-40, and
wearing a black shirt and blue jeans.

The second man is described as being of Indian or Mediterranean / Middle Eastern
appearance, aged between 30-40, and wearing a red long-sleeved shirt.

The third man is described as being of Indian or Mediterranean / Middle Eastern
appearance, aged between 30-40, bald, and wearing an orange singlet. He also had
a tattoo of a dragon on his upper left arm and a tiger on his upper right arm.

The vehicle has only been described as being a four-door silver or grey car.

Anyone with information about the identity of the men or their current
whereabouts, or who witnessed three men driving in the vicinity of Fernbrook
Place at Castle Hill at about 4.50pm on Thursday, is asked to contact Eastwood
Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police have released CCTV still images of a man who might be able to assist with
inquiries following an indecent act at a shopping centre in Sydney’s south west
earlier this year.

Between 3.45pm and 4.05pm on Tuesday 9 February, a man approached a
seven-year-old girl inside a department store at a shopping centre in Cowpasture
Road, Carnes Hill, and allegedly committed an indecent act.

The girl ran to her mother and informed her before staff called police to
attend.

Officers from Green Valley Local Area Command commenced investigations into the
incident and are appealing for public assistance to identify the person in the
images, who police wish to interview in relation to the incident.

He is described as white/European in appearance, tanned complexion, aged 25 – 40
years, with a large build and brown hair. He was wearing a bright orange short
sleeved work shirt with a dark coloured collar and sides, and dark coloured
pants and shoes.

Anyone with information about the incident or the man’s identity is urged to
contact Green Valley Police on 9607 1799 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Girl indecently assaulted by stranger - Corrimal

Thursday, 04 Mar 2010 05:41am

NSW Police are investigating the indecent assault of a schoolgirl near
Wollongong yesterday.

Shortly after 8am, the 16-year-old girl was walking to school along Aldridge
Avenue, Corrimal, when she was approached by an unknown man.

The man grabbed the girl and indecently assaulted her before she pushed him away
and ran from the scene.

The man was last seen walking in the opposite direction, east along Aldridge
Avenue.

The man is described as being of white/European appearance, about 170cm tall,
with a thin build, with grey hair in a comb over, with sideburns and stubble. At
the time he was wearing a dirty dark grey jacket and knee-length white pants.

Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact Wollongong Police on
(02) 4226 7899 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police investigate
possible abduction attempt in Croydon

Thursday,
04 March 2010 01:01

Victorian Police are investigating an incident which they believe may
have been an attempted abduction of a student in Croydon yesterday
afternoon.

Around 3.20pm the 15-year-old girl was walking home from school along
Surrey Road when she was approached from behind by a man driving a
vehicle.

As she continued east the vehicle drew level with her and the driver
asked the girl to get in the car as he would give her a lift home.

After asking the girl a second time, the victim threatened to call
police and she pulled her mobile phone from her bag.

The man drove off but as the victim had her head down in fear during the
incident, there are no known descriptions of either the vehicle or the
alleged offender.

Once the girl arrived home, she described the ordeal to her parents who
subsequently reported the matter to police.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppers.com.au

Attempted Abduction, Paradise Point:

Last Updated:
02/03/2010

QLD Police are appealing for the public’s assistance with locating a man
who attempted to abduct a 15-year-old girl yesterday near the intersection of
Paradise Parade and Nankeen Avenue at Paradise Point. Around 2.45pm the man,
driving a black four door car, drove past the girl and then turned around at a
roundabout and drove back towards her. The man approached the girl who was
walking and offered to give her a lift home. The girl declined his offer and
kept walking east along Paradise Parade. The man then reversed his vehicle and
threatened the girl to get into the car. The girl refused again and ran home and
contacted police. The man was last seen facing westward on Paradise Parade
towards the roundabout at Bruce Avenue. The man is described as being in his mid
20’s; of Caucasian appearance with short brown hair, medium build, and wearing a
white short sleeve t-shirt. He was driving a black four door sedan or hatchback.
Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or
crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Recording in breach of privacy charges, Thornlands:

Last Updated:
02/03/2010

QLD
Police have charged a 35-year-old Townsville man with three charges of recording
in breach of privacy and two counts of possession of tainted property following
an incident at a swimming carnival on the week-end. It is alleged the man
attended a children’s swimming event at Thornlands around 3pm on Sunday and
allegedly took a number of photographs of participants. He is due to appear in
the Cleveland Magistrates Court on April 12.

Friday 19-Feb-2010 (1620 hrs CST)

Stranger Danger Reminder – Incident in Nakara

Northern Territory Police are reminding parents to talk to children about
‘Stranger Danger’ following another report of an incident in Nakara.

This incident is not believed to be related to the report earlier this week
involving a 12 year old boy in Jingili.

Police received a report yesterday afternoon from the mother of a 14-year-old
girl who claims to have been approached by a Caucasian male in Nakara on Monday
of this week.

It is unclear at this stage what the circumstances are surrounding this approach
and Police are keen to speak with the Caucasian male to ascertain the details
resulting in this report being brought to Police attention.

The 14 year-old girl is described by her mother as appearing much older than she
is due to her height.

He is described as Caucasian male in his mid-twenties, blue, round eyes with
tanned skin. His face is described as “long with a big narrow nose” and dark
blonde, untidy hair of medium length.

He was wearing a white and navy blue shirt at the time of the incident
yesterday.

His motor vehicle is described as a fairly new, good condition white dual cab
Ute with a tray back.

The girl recalls a circular logo on the vehicle door that may have mentioned
plumbing.

Superintendent John Ginnane clarified there appears no connection between this
incident and the incident reported earlier this week in Jingili. However, he
urges parents to reiterate the ‘Stranger Danger’ message to their children if
they haven’t done so already,

“I ask all parents across the Territory to sit down with their children and
remind them of the four ‘R’s:
• Recognise the danger
• Refuse any offer
• Run away
• Report it to the first person they feel safe with.

“These incidents occurred in a public places, away from school premises.
However, additional patrols will be working around schools especially at the
start and finish of the school day.

“School Based Police are working closely with the Department of Education and
will be continuing to deliver personal safety education sessions to pupils.

“In both the incidents reported this week in the Northern Suburbs, both the
victims involved did exactly the right thing and followed the four R’s.” Supt
Ginnane said.

Anyone with information in relation to either of these incidents or who may have
seen someone matching the description in the Nakara area around 15:30 on Monday
15 February 2010 should contact Police immediately on 131 444.

Attempt abduction - Alice Springs -
4473676

Friday 19-Feb-2010 (1420 hrs CST)

NT Police are appealing for assistance from the public to identify two men who
allegedly approached an 11-year-old boy near the Gillen Club last Saturday.

Police received a report on Sunday night that two men in a silver Nissan Navara
tried to get the boy to get into their car. The boy told police he was riding
his scooter on the footpath near the Gillen Club around 6.15pm on Saturday night
when the car drove out of the club carpark.

The boy said the male driver pulled up across the road from him near the corner
of Milner Road and Palmer Street . One of the men yelled out to the boy that his
parents had sent them to collect him and he should get into the car. When the
boy kept riding his scooter, the driver put his car into reverse and started
driving backwards to keep up with the child. The boy told police the car drove
off when a jogger approached.

The driver of the vehicle is described as a Caucasian male aged 18 or 19, skinny
build, with short light brown hair and wearing a white collarless t-shirt. He
was also wearing a pair of white Oakley sunglasses. The passenger is described
as being about 21-year-old with black hair and wearing a black and red cap. He
is described as being of Aboriginal appearance, with a moustache and small
goatee. He was wearing a black Nike collarless t-shirt.

Superintendent Sean Parnell said the boy should be commended for abiding by the
Stranger Danger warnings.

“The victim did everything right and followed the four R rules of Stranger
Danger:
Recognise the danger
Refuse any offer
Run away
Report it to the first person they feel safe with.

“He also had the presence of mind to take notice of the offenders and was able
to give us very good descriptions of the men. Police are examining CCTV footage
from the Gillen Club in an effort to identify the offenders.”

“We are also appealing to anyone who may have seen the incident or who may
recognise the description of the two men and their car to come forward. Police
would also like to speak to anyone jogging in the area around the time of the
offence. Anyone with information should phone police on 131 444 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”

Thursday 18-Feb-2010 (1630 hrs CST)

Attempted abduction - 4475746

Police are continuing investigations into an attempted abduction that occurred
on Monday 15 February in Jingili.
The 11-year-old male youth was travelling home from Moil Primary School on his
bicycle along Rothdale Road to a small laneway intersecting Borella Circuit.
On turning into Borella Circuit, it is alleged that the boy was approached by a
motor vehicle which stopped ahead of him.
The male driver told the boy to enter the vehicle, however the boy then turned
and rode away from the area, returned to his home in Rapid Creek and told his
mother.
His mother then in turn contacted the boy’s school and police.
The male offender is described to be of Aboriginal appearance and at the time of
the offence had slurred speech (possibly intoxicated) and was wearing a grey
shirt.
It is also believed that he may have a tattoo or a similar mark on his left
forearm.
The vehicle he was driving is believed to be a dark coloured older model twin
cab utility (rust showing), had manual windows, an untidy appearance and had a
dog in the rear seat.
Superintendent John Ginnane said that the youth did the right thing by fleeing
the scene.
“It is times like this we need to emphasize the importance of talking to your
children about the danger that some strangers pose, especially when they are
offering a lift or looking for a missing pet.
“I urge all children, should they encounter a person like this, to run away and
find a safe adult, teacher or police officer to report it to.
“I highly commend this boy for his actions” he said.

“Police acknowledge that there was a mistake in the data entry of this job.
Police also acknowledge that this is indeed a very serious matter and an
investigation is underway to determine exactly how the mistake occurred.
Members are now working closely with the mother and victim to bring the offender
to justice” said Supt Ginnane.

Police urge anyone that may recognise these descriptions, or who may have
witnessed the event, to please contact them on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.

Police said the man is around 30 years old, with a dark
complexion, very white teeth, and short, curly black hair. He is
about 190cm tall. He was wearing all black clothing and a chunky
gold-coloured bracelet.

The driver of the van was wearing a cap.

The van has two rear-opening panelled doors and is similar in
appearance to a Citroen Berlingo two-door style van.

The incident comes as police released a face image of a man
sought over a separate attempted kidnapping in the north of the
state. He was foiled after the girl employed a defensive karate
kick.

The
15-year-old schoolgirl escaped a pair of would-be kidnappers in
Shepparton by kicking one of them in the genitals.

Police are still hunting for the attackers, and say it was
lucky the girl had been taught self-defence techniques that may have
saved her from harm.

Attempted
abduction in Shepparton

Friday, 26 February 2010 11:31

Police investigating the attempted abduction of a
15-year-old school girl in Shepparton on Tuesday 23 February
have released a FACE image of a man they believe could
assist with their enquiries.

Police are requesting anyone with information to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
www.crimestoppers.com.au

Schoolgirl fights off
would-be kidnappers on walk home from school, police release
image of suspected attacker

UPDATE 12.45pm: POLICE have released a picture of a
man wanted in connection with an attempted abduction foiled by a
schoolgirl's well-aimed karate kick.

Police have launched a hunt for the attackers after the
incident, and say it was lucky the girl had been taught self-defence
techniques that may have saved her from harm.

According to police, the 15-year-old was walking along a
Shepparton street about 3.40pm when a light green Holden Commodore
pulled up in front of her in Nolan Court.

Police said the girl had noticed the two men of Aboriginal
appearance following her in the car, shortly before the attempted
abduction.

“As she’s walked past the vehicle, the male passenger has
jumped out of the vehicle, grabbed her and tried to drag her into
the car,” Shepparton Detective Sen-Constable Gavin Seach told Radio
3AW today.

He said the attacker grabbed her arm and around the neck.

The girl kicked the would-be kidnapper in the genitals during
her desperate struggle, before her attacker got back into the car,
which sped off. The girl contacted police soon after.

Detective Seach the girl's defence classes had paid off.

"She's actually taken defensive lessons and has been taught
where to kick and has managed to get free," he told ABC radio today.

The passenger in the incident is described as a tall man in
his 20s, who was unshaven, with a possible moustache and bad teeth.

The girl escaped serious injury. Police have described the
attack as an "isolated incident".

And in another recent incident, a nine-year-old boy has been
allegedly bashed by a stranger as he walked along in the Yarra
Valley as he walked home from school.

“Janine” told Radio 3AW today that her son was left with a
bloody nose, but the reason for the attack appears to be a complete
mystery.

“That’s the scary thing. He never said a word to him. He
didn’t try to take (anything).”

She said her son was so traumatised that he now needed to be
picked up from school.

Anyone with information is urged to contact
Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

Girl abducted by 'monster' endured 'living hell'

February 25, 2010

The family of a six-year-old girl abducted from her home in
the NSW Riverina has described her ordeal at the hands of a
"monster" as a "living hell".

The girl was playing
alone in the front yard of her Macleay Street home at Mount
Austin, a suburb of Wagga Wagga, when she was grabbed by an
unknown man about 11.30am on February 14.

He forced her into a white, late-model Toyota Hilux dual
cab utility - with NSW registration plates starting with BD or
DB, and then drove off with her, police said.

About 90 minutes later the girl was released.

The girl's uncle, asked to be known only as Peter to
protect her identity, has joined police to appeal for public
help to find the man.

"A week ago our family's lives changed forever when our
gorgeous niece was taken from us while playing out the front of
her home - a place all of us think is safe," he said in a
statement read to media in Wagga Wagga today.

"The hour or so before she was returned to us could only
be described as a living hell.

"No other child should have to go through this type of
torture.

"My niece's life has forever been changed by one man's
cruel act.

"She's been left extremely traumatised and no longer feels
safe at home, which was once a safe haven.

"What do you say to a young girl to ease her pain and
suffering after such a frightening ordeal?"

Police have not said what the girl endured during her
abduction.

Her uncle urged anyone with information which may help
find her abductor to contact police.

The man has been described as about 40 years old, of
medium build, with light-coloured receding hair.

"The best thing we can do now is to catch the monster who
did this to my niece before another innocent child is harmed,"
Peter said.

"I'd appeal to anyone with information about this incident
to contact police immediately.

"No matter how small or insignificant the information
might be, it might be the missing link police need to catch the
person responsible.

"I'd ask you to think about your own loved ones. How would
you feel if they fell victim to such a callous attack?"

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Uncle pleads for child abduction leads

Posted
Fri Feb
26, 2010 11:35am AEDT - ABC

A Wagga man says people should report friends or
relatives with similar cars to the man who abducted his niece, even if
they have no suspicion.

A man believed to be aged 35 to 45 dragged the six-year-old girl
into a late model white dual-cab utility on Macleay Street on Sunday,
February 14 and returned her 90 minutes later.

The girl's uncle, Peter, says his niece is extremely traumatised
and no longer feels safe at home.

"I'd ask you to think about your own loved ones. How would you
feel if they fell victim to such a callous attack?" he said.

"Finally I'd like to thank the detectives who are working day and
night to catch the offender. Like us they won't sleep until he's locked
up. I'd also like to sincerely thank the public and media for their
assistance."

He says the time she was missing was a living hell and no other
family should suffer the same.

"Someone out there must know something. If you know somebody who
fits the description who drives a utility like that described, come
forward, even if you believe that person is innocent, let the police
eliminate them," he said.

Acting Superintendent Rod Smith says police are still making
exhaustive inquiries 12 days after the abduction.

"The further we go on, there are certainly lines of inquiry or
information we've received that may indicate to us that he's local but
in saying that, we're not hanging our hat on that. It could be the case
that he's from outside of Wagga, it might be a visitor to Wagga, who
knows?" he said.

Update on child abduction at Wagga Wagga

Wednesday, 17 Feb 2010 03:07pm

Strike Force Shell, consisting of detectives from Wagga Wagga Local
Area Command and the State Crime Command, are continuing their
investigation into the abduction of a six-year-old child at Wagga on
Sunday.

“The response from the public has been excellent and we are encouraging
people to continue ringing in with information,” Acting Superintendent
Rod Smith said.

“We are still awaiting the results of medical tests conducted upon the
victim. Detectives have spent a lot of time with the victim and her
mother, however have not yet finished speaking with the child and her
family.

“Video recorded re-enactments have been conducted in an attempt to
reconstruct the event. At this stage, police are making progress,
however we have not yet identified the man responsible for the attack.”

Acting Superintendent Smith praised the public and media for their
ongoing assistance but asked for an end to unhelpful speculation.

“We are very appreciative of the support provided by all media outlets
in helping us to identify this utility and the offender. By maximising
the media coverage of this matter we can maximise the number of people
in the community who are keeping a close look out for the vehicle and
the offender.

“However we would ask that the media give consideration to the victim
and her family when reporting information.

“Several media outlets have reported what may have happened during the
time the child was abducted. This has included reports that she was
indecently assaulted and sexually assaulted.

“NSW Police will not confirm what happened to the child and would
request the media not to speculate about this.

“The reporting of this information has understandably caused the family
considerable stress. The fact is that the child was abducted by someone
we believe to be a stranger. That is bad enough.

“Police have two main priorities right now – protecting the welfare and
identity of the child, and finding the offender so he can be brought
before a court.

“Speculation as to what happened to the child does not advance the
investigation and has an adverse impact on the welfare of the child.”

“I am extremely gratefully for the ongoing assistance of the media and
community, and would ask that we keep working together with the best
interests of the child and the family in mind.”

Man arrested
for Lilydale attempted abduction

Tuesday, 16 February 2010 08:44

A 36-year-old Wesburn man has been questioned by police in
relation to an attempted abduction of a 5-year-old school
student in Lilydale yesterday.

The man was arrested after coming to the attention of a
news crew shortly after a press conference with detectives at
the Lilydale Police Station around 6.40pm.

The man has been released pending summons for attempted
child stealing.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
www.crimestoppers.com.au.

Girl, 14, fights of would-be
abductors

From:AAP

February 15, 20105:26PM

A 14-YEAR-OLD girl has managed to fend off two men who tried to
pull her into their car, Canberra police say.

The teenager was walking along Burnie Street, Monash, in Canberra's
south, on Saturday night when a black ute pulled up near her.

Two men, both believed to be aged in their late teens to early 20s,
got out and tried to force her towards the vehicle.

But the girl fought back, hitting both men and escaping to her nearby
home, where she told her mother what happened.

Police searched the area but neither the men nor the ute, believed to
be a black Holden VR utility, could be found.

The girl was uninjured.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Police investigate
attempted abduction in Lilydale

Monday, 15
February 2010 16:07

Police are hunting a man who attempted to abduct a 5-year-old
school girl near Lilydale Primary school this morning.

The preppie had just finished playing during a recess break on
an oval behind the school and was crossing Clarke street around
11.30am.

As she was crossing the street, it is alleged a man grabbed
hold of her by the shoulder.

Another girl, a grade 5 student, grabbed the victim and pulled
her away from the man.

The man has let go and has taken off towards Jones Street.

The young girl was shaken but unharmed during the incident.

The matter was reported to local Police and an extensive
search of the area was conducted however the man could not be
located.

The man is described as in his 20s, 183cm tall, wearing a
purple/blue beanie, black coat and pants, thongs and carrying a
backpack.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppers.com.au.

POLICE have recounted the terrifying moments in which a mother
desperately tried to stop the random abduction of her young daughter from
outside her suburban family home.

The girl, aged just six, was playing alone in the front yard of her
Macleay Street home at Mount Austin, a suburb of Wagga Wagga in southwestern
NSW, when she was grabbed by a man about 11.30am yesterday.

Although the youngster was returned unharmed some 80 minutes later, the family
remain traumatised by the incident, which has sparked a thorough search for the
perpetrator.

"She was just playing out in the front yard, this bloke pulled up (and) grabbed
her,'' acting Superintendent Rod Smith said from Wagga Wagga this afternoon.

"Mum was inside and heard the girl's screams and came rushing out to see what
was going on and she actually got to the back of the tray (of the ute) and was
dragged a few metres before she lost her hold and fell off."

Supt Smith confirmed reports in The Daily Telegraph that the girl had
desperately struggled - including clinging to a nearby tree - and screamed after
being grabbed by the man before being put in the back seat of the ute.

A neighbour followed the white Toyota HiLux for a short distance and has told
police that the vehicle had yellow and black NSW registration plates, starting
with the letters ``BD''.

About 80 minutes after she was taken, the man dropped the girl at the corner of
Mitchelmore Street and Bolger Avenue, not far from where the abduction occurred.

Supt Smith said the abduction was not domestic-related, describing it instead as
"completely random''.

"The child is physically unharmed and currently undergoing medical
examination,'' he said.

Supt Smith declined to comment when asked if there is any evidence the girl has
been sexually assaulted.

In an attempt to find the man, police around Wagga Wagga have been stopping all
vehicles similar to that used in the abduction - described as a late model white
dual cab Toyota HiLux with a metal tray.

"We have been stopping any vehicles that fit that description just to try and
ascertain the driver and identify this car,'' Supt Smith said.

The man himself is described as being about 40 years old, of solid build, with
short or balding brown hair.

At the time of the abduction the man wore a red chequered flannelette shirt,
blue jeans and work boots.

Despite feeling relief at the return of the girl, relatives are traumatised by
the abduction.
``They are quite traumatised by it, physically well, but obviously suffering
severe shock,'' Supt Smith said.

The girl's mother suffered grazes as she fell from the back of the ute.

Supt Smith described the area as "densely suburban'', but close to a large
bushland area.

Assistance sought following abduction – Wagga Wagga

Sunday, 14 Feb 2010 06:35pm

NSW Police are investigating the abduction of a six-year-old girl from outside
her residence near Wagga Wagga this morning, before her return a short time
later.

About 11.35am a man driving a utility pulled up next to the six-year-old girl in
McLeay Street, Mount Austin.

The man took the girl and put her in the ute. The vehicle was last seen heading
north towards Wagga Wagga CBD.

Shortly before 1pm the girl returned to the street where she was abducted from
and was re-united with her mother.

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate the vehicle and the man.

Assistance is sought from anyone who has information in relation to the utility
– a white late-model Toyota Hilux with registration plates starting with BD, DB
or similar. The vehicle is believed to have a white tray back, possibly with a
bullbar.

It is believed a potential witness followed the Hilux for a short distance from
the scene, prior to returning to the scene. Police are appealing for this
witness to contact Wagga Wagga Police on (02) 6922 2599.

Police are appealing to anyone in the vicinity of McLeay Street or Wagga Wagga
Botanic Gardens about 11.30am -1pm who may have seen the ute to contact police.

Wagga Wagga Detectives have established “Operation Shell” in relation to the
investigation and are being assisted by locally-based Joint Investigation
Response Squad officers.

Wagga Wagga Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Dale Holmes, said “This
investigation is being treated with the utmost priority and every effort is
being made to locate the offender.”

“At this stage, no further information is available in relation to the specifics
of the incident, as the child and potential witnesses are still being
interviewed by police,” Det Insp Holmes said.

Anyone with information about the vehicle or the driver, who is described as
about 40 years of age, medium build, with light coloured receding hair, is urged
to contact Wagga Wagga Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

School girl
subjected to obscene exposure

Victorian
Police are searching for a man who
exposed himself to a 13-year-old school
girl in Pascoe Vale last Thursday.

The alleged exposure occurred at
about 3.30pm in Cumberland Road, Pascoe
Vale.

As the girl was walking home from
school she noticed a man sitting in a
small dark blue car near the corner of
Sim Street.

When she got closer to the car the
girl realised the man did not have any
pants on and was wearing only a green
florescent shirt.

Police have today released a FACE
image of a man they would like to speak
to in relation to this incident.

The man is described as in his
40s, medium to solid build, with a fair
complexion and short, straight fair
hair.

Police are calling on anyone with
information or who may have noticed a
dark blue car in the area to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit
www.crimestoppers.com.au.

Man charged with wilful and obscene exposure –
Marrickville

Thursday, 11 Feb 2010 05:32am

A man will reappear in court next week after allegedly exposing himself outside
a primary school in Sydney’s inner west.

Parents at a primary school in Fletcher Street at Marrickville told police they
noticed a man hiding in the bushes with his genitals exposed, about 8.30am
yesterday.

The parents have yelled at the man who ran into a nearby church.

Police attended a short time later, arresting a man in the churchyard. He was
subsequently charged with wilful and obscene exposure.

The 50-year-old man, of no fixed address, was refused bail and appeared before
Newtown Local Court yesterday. He was granted conditional bail by the court and
will reappear at Newtown Local Court on 16 February.

Police arrest man for alleged obscene exposure to
school children - Gunnedah

Tuesday, 09 Feb 2010 05:02am

NSW Police from Oxley Local Area Command arrested a 34-year-old Gunnedah man for
allegedly exposing himself to a group of school children yesterday afternoon.

Around 3.15pm on Monday (9 February) the victims, six children, both male and
female and all aged between 12 and 16, were walking along Little Conadilly
Street, Gunnedah.

The children while walking down the laneway were confronted by the man who has
allegedly exposed himself to them from a neighbouring property.

The man is alleged to have then followed a group of young girls along the
laneway and when in front of them exposed himself for a second time. He has then
smashed a beer bottle on the ground, walking away with his hands down the front
of his trousers.

The children were uninjured and reported the incident to their parents who
contacted police.

Police located the man a short time later in Little Conadilly Street where he
was arrested and conveyed to Gunnedah Police Station.

The man was charged with wilful and obscene exposure (x 2) and other offences,
and was bail refused to appear in Tamworth Local Court today, (Tuesday 9
February).

Alleged attempted abduction – Banora Point

Monday, 18 Jan 2010 08:29am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after two teenage
girls were allegedly approached by a man at Banora Point, on the state’s far
north coast. About 5.30pm on Saturday (16 January 2010), two 13-year-old girls
were walking home from Banora Point Shopping Village when they were allegedly
followed by a van in Eucalyptus Drive. The male driver allegedly got out of the
vehicle and aggressively attempted to entice the girls into a distinctive dark
blue van, with drawings or paintings of an orange jumping castle and
stick-figure pictures of children on the side. The man left the area after the
intervention of an elderly couple who were walking nearby. Police attached to
Tweed / Byron Local Area Command are examining the circumstances surrounding the
matter and are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident
to contact investigators. In particular, police would like to speak with a man
described as being of white/European appearance, with dark wavy mid-length hair
in a curly ringlet style. At the time of the alleged incident, he was wearing a
white singlet, dark sunglasses, and a navy blue baseball cap worn backwards.
Anyone with information about the man’s identity or his current whereabouts, or
information about the owner or current whereabouts of the distinctive van, is
asked to contact Tweed Heads Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.nnPolice
have renewed their appeal for parents to reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe Places’
messages to their children. Messages include:• Children and young people should
avoid walking on their own and should be encouraged to instead walk with other
family members, friends or an adult they know when going to and from school, the
shops, or other destinations. • Make sure your parents or another adult knows
where you are at all times.• Always go straight home or directly to the place
you are walking to. • Know where safe places are – a shop, service station,
police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to
one of these places and ask them to call the police. • Learn about safe adults
you can look for and talk to if you need help – police officers, teachers at
school, adults you know and trust.• Don’t talk to people you don’t know and
never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of
the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop. • If you are scared
and can use a phone, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared. If a
young person has been approached by a stranger they should report the matter to
police immediately.

Obscene exposure charge – Blackbutt

Saturday, 16 Jan 2010 05:15am

NSW Police from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command have arrested and charged a
man after he allegedly exposed himself to a child in a cinema last night.

A 12-year-old girl was watching a movie with a friend and her friend’s parents,
at a cinema complex at Blackbutt about 6pm, when a man allegedly exposed
himself.

The child reported the incident to her friend’s father who approached the man
before he ran out of the theatre. Cinema staff initiated a search for the man,
while police were called.

Cinema staff viewed CCTV and located the alleged offender in another theatre
still within the complex.
Police attended a short time later and arrested a 30-year-old man without
further incident.

He was taken to Port Kembla Police Station where he was charged with wilful and
obscene exposure in/near public place/school.

The man, from Warilla, was granted conditional bail to appear in Port Kembla
Local Court on 10 February.

Attempted abduction, Redbank Plains:

Last Updated:
15/01/2010

QLD Police are appealing for witness to a 4WD vehicle
that approached two teenage girls on Redbank Plains Road around 10.30pm on
Wednesday, January 13. It’s alleged two men stopped their dark coloured, diesel
vehicle beside the girls and asked them to come to the vehicle. When the request
was ignored, the male passenger exited the vehicle and grabbed one of the girls
on the arm. Both girls were able to run away without injury. The passenger is
described as a man aged in his late 40s with dirty looking short dark hair. Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Ipswich CIB on 3817 1365 or Crime Stoppers
anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Tuesday 22-Dec-2009 (1545 hrs CST)

Suspicious person – Alice Springs

Police are urging people to take care when walking alone after a report of a
suspicious person on the Golf Course Estate.

Police received a report from the mother of a 9-year-old girl who noticed a
suspicious man following her in a car as she was taking her dog for a walk
around 9am today.

The girl was walking through the Hillside Gardens area when she noticed a man in
a small gold-coloured car following her. The man is described as a Caucasian
male, about 186 cm tall with dark hair and a medium build. He was wearing a dark
long-sleeved top with white stripes and dark trousers.

Senior Sergeant Paula Dooley-McDonnell said while the girl was not injured or
assaulted in any way, this incident serves as a timely reminder to parents and
guardians to ensure they keep their children safe and make sure they are aware
of the locations of Safety Houses in their area.

Police are urging anyone who notices any suspicious activity to call for
assistance or report the matter to police on 131 444.

Wednesday 30-Dec-2009 (2129 hrs CST)

Suspicious Behaviour – Alice Springs

Alice Springs Police are investigating the suspicious behaviour of a male driver in the Gap area of Alice Springs at approximately 6:00 pm this evening.

It is alleged that a Caucasian male was witnessed driving a white utility through a street in the Gap area, he stopped and called a young boy over to his vehicle.

The boy became frightened and ran from the area and reported the incident to his parents.

An investigation into the matter is continuing; the intentions of the male have not yet been established.

Alice Springs Watch Commander Jody Nobbs said that this was a timely reminder for all parents.

“It is important that you sit down with your children and teach them the four R’s.

“Recognise the danger, refuse any offer, run away and report it to the first person they feel safe with.

“In this case the child did exactly the right thing” he said.

Police urge anyone that may have witnessed the event, or who may have seen a vehicle/male fitting the abovementioned description, to contact them on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or http://www.nt.crimestoppers.com.au/ .

Friday 04-Dec-2009 (1545 hrs CST)

Suspicious Person – Palmerston - 4421556

Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a male who allegedly followed a nine-year-old girl home on Monday afternoon, confronting and threatening her.

The alleged offender is described as being of aboriginal appearance, approximately 17 to 19-years-old, tall, thin and at the time of the offence was wearing a black t-shirt with a yellow collar and sleeves, and a black and white baseball cap.

The girl was walking along Driver Circuit in Palmerston when she was confronted by the male. He allegedly took a knife from his pocket, held it above his head and proceeded to threaten her. The girl fled the scene without injury.

The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 pm on 30 November and police are seeking anyone who may have witnessed it, or who can identify the offender to please contact them on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.nt.crimestoppers.com.au.

Man charged with stalking teenage girl– St Marys

Tuesday, 12 Jan 2010 02:54pm

A man will appear in court after allegedly stalking a teenage girl in Sydney’s west on the weekend.

About 3pm on Saturday 9 January, a 14-year-old Colyton girl was walking from St Marys Railway Station towards the Great Western Highway when she was allegedly approached by a 36-year-old Colyton man driving a Ford Falcon.

Police will allege that the man offered the girl a lift several times which she declined on each occasion. He allegedly followed her as she walked along the highway for half an hour, attempting to coerce her into the car. Eventually the man drove away from the girl.

The girl reported the matter to St Marys police and an investigation was launched.

About 6am this morning police attended a home at Colyton and arrested a 36-year-old Colyton man.

He was taken to Penrith Police Station where he was interviewed and charged with stalk/intimidation with intent to cause fear of physical/mental harm.

He has been granted conditional bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Wednesday 3 February 2010.

Alleged attempted abduction - Campsie

Monday, 04 Jan 2010 12:21pm

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance following an alleged attempted abduction at Campsie in Sydney’s south-west.

About 3pm yesterday (Sunday 3 January 2010), a 7-year-old boy and his mother were shopping in Beamish Street when a man allegedly attempted to get the child to accompany him. The young boy successfully managed to pull away from the man.

At the same time, the child’s mother became aware of the alleged incident and yelled at the man, who then walked away and into a nearby store.

The mother and son returned home and notified police of the alleged incident a few hours later.

Police attached to Campsie Local Area Command are examining the circumstances surrounding the matter and are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident to contact investigators.

In particular, police would like to speak with a man described as being of Asian appearance, 175cm tall, 40 to 50-years-old, of medium build, with a round face and black hair. He was last seen wearing a yellow t-shirt with white sleeves, grey stonewash jeans, and slip-on shoes.

Anyone with information about the man’s identity or his current whereabouts, or information about the alleged incident, is asked to contact Campsie Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police have renewed their appeal for parents to reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages to their children. Messages include:

· Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they know when going to and from school, the shops, or other destinations.

· Make sure your parents or another adult knows where you are at all times.

· Always go straight home or directly to the place you are walking to.

· Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and ask them to call the police.

· Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.

· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.

· If you are scared and can use a phone, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.

If a young person has been approached by a stranger they should report the matter to police immediately.

Wilful exposure, Bulimba:

Last Updated: 31/12/2009

QLD Police are seeking assistance in identifying the man pictured as they believe he may be able to assist with investigations concerning wilful exposure to children in the Oxford Street, Bulimba area on Sunday December 6. This investigation, which is part of Operation Hotel Peregrine, serves as a timely reminder during the school holiday period for parents to be mindful and ever vigilant of their children’s whereabouts and safety. Any information can be provided to Morningside Criminal Investigation Branch on 3823 8619 or Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

NSW Police from the St Marys Local Area Command are appealing for public assistance following an attempted abduction involving an eight-year-old boy in St Clair yesterday.

About 6.30pm on Sunday (13 December 2009), the boy was standing at the intersection of Hunter Street and Melville Road when he saw a vehicle travelling slowly towards him.

The vehicle has been described as a small white hatchback with no hubcaps and yellow and black number plates.

The vehicle stopped near the young boy and the driver, covered only in a fluffy blanket, asked the boy to get into the car.

Police believe the man attempted to entice the boy by telling him he would give him lollies.

The boy refused to get in and ran from the man, telling his parents upon his arrival home.

Police were immediately contacted and an investigation is underway.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have information about this incident to contact St Marys Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Stranger kisses little boy on his lips

From:AAP - Daily Telegraph

December 14, 20096:41AM

A FOUR-YEAR-OLD boy was indecently assaulted in a Sydney McDonald's fast food restaurant while his mother was ordering dessert, police say.

The boy was having dinner with his mother and a sibling at the restaurant on Victoria Road, Drummoyne, about 8.30pm on Saturday.

When his mother left the table to order dessert, a man allegedly grabbed the boy's face and kissed him on the lips.

Police say he also handed the boy a lollipop from his pocket.

The man then fled the restaurant in a small white hatchback, believed to be a Hyundai Getz or similar, with yellow and black number plates.

He is described as being aged between 45-55, about 170cm tall and wearing square-rim glasses.

At the time of the alleged assault he was wearing a blue baseball hat, blue shirt and pants, and carrying a shoulder bag/satchel.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, police say a man covered by just a fluffy blanket has attempted to entice an eight-year-old boy in Sydney's west.

The boy was standing at the intersection of Hunter Street and Melville Road, St Clair, when he allegedly saw a vehicle described as a small white hatchback travelling slowly towards him about 6.30pm yesterday.

The driver, who police say was allegedly covered only by a fluffy blanket, attempted to entice the boy into the car by offering him lollies.

The boy refused and ran home.

Anyone who may have information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Suspicious activity, Toowoomba:

Last Updated: 07/12/2009

QLD Police are appealing for witnesses to an incident that occurred in Holberton Street at Toowoomba today. Sometime between 1 and 1.30pm a vehicle with three male occupants drove from a southerly direction and stopped on the opposite side from where a child was standing. One of the men got out of the car and walked towards the girl. He stopped to stand on a traffic island, and has told the girl to get into the car. At this time the girl ran back to her house and locked the doors. The offender has then returned to the car which drove off in a northerly direction. The offender is described as being of Aboriginal appearance, in his 20’s, approximately 170cm tall, with curly hair. He was wearing a singlet, shorts and a baseball cap. The car is described as an early model, boxy sedan, metallic gold and a reddish tinge in colour, and with tinted windows. Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Police seek public assistance following child approached – Deniliquin

Tuesday, 01 Dec 2009 10:46am

NSW Police are seeking public assistance after a teenage girl was approached by a man in a car in the State’s south west yesterday.

About 5.50pm (Monday 30 November), the 14-year-old was walking along Henry Street at Deniliquin when a dark blue older model sedan slowed down beside her.

The driver, not known to the girl, allegedly offered her a lift and asked the girl for her name and address.

The teenager declined the driver’s offer and walked home before informing her father of the incident.

Police were notified a short time later and conducted a patrol of the area with no result.

The man is described as being aged between 40 and 50 years old, with a medium build, neatly cut black hair, of Indian/Pakistani appearance and wearing a dark coloured suit.

Investigations into the incident are continuing and police urge anyone with information to contact Deniliquin Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Suspicious behaviour towards a child, Toowoomba:

Last Updated: 27/11/2009

QLD Police are investigating a report of a man acting suspiciously towards a child in Toowoomba. It is believed that an 11-year-old girl was approached by a man driving a car in the Toowoomba CBD around 8am. The man attempted to engage the girl in conversation before driving off along Railway Street. He was last seen near Russell Street. The girl was not harmed. Police are appealing for public assistance to find the vehicle described as a white Holden commodore sedan displaying mismatched registration plates. It is believed that the rear registration plate is yellow. The driver is described as being in his 20’s, with a tanned complexion, short black hair and has a distinctive tattoo on his neck. Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Indecent treatment arrest:

Last Updated: 25/11/2009

A 43-year-old man will appear in the (QLD Proserpine Magistrates Court on Monday November 30 charged with indecent treatment of a child. It is alleged that the man entered the child’s bedroom through a window and assaulted her.

Police appeal for information after suspicious man follows boys to school - Umina

Friday, 13 Nov 2009 06:22pm

NSw Police from Brisbane Water Local Area Command have appealed for assistance from the community after two boys reported they were followed to school by a man in a car.

About 8.30am today two 11-year-old boys were travelling to school at Umina riding their pushbikes.

As they travelled north along Birdwood Avenue they became aware of a car following them.

The boys have told police that as they rode they saw the vehicle slow down and travel past them several times.

Although the man looked directly at the boys they have continued and whilst travelling eastbound on Ocean Beach Road the vehicle continued parallel to them in Australia Avenue.

As the boys passed the car they observed the lone male occupant to be shirtless. The boys were not harmed.

At school the boys reported the matter to the principal and police were informed.

The man has been described to police as being aged between 30 and 40 years, with black short hair, a medium complexion and no facial hair.

He was wearing a gold necklace and medallion and was driving a metallic blue Holden Captiva, which had roof racks, a chrome nudge bar, no tow ball and stock plastic wheel trims.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Brisbane Water Local Area Command on (02) 4323 5409 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached - Villawood

Friday, 13 Nov 2009 11:18am

Police are appealing for assistance after a child was approached in Sydney’s south west on Wednesday (13 November).

About 4.30pm a five-year-old girl was outside her home on Gurrawillie Street, Villawood, when a vehicle described as a white Mitsubishi van stopped outside the house.

The driver spoke to the girl and attempted to entice her into the vehicle.

The girl ran inside and told her parents what happened.

The driver of the van is described as a male with dark skin, skinny build and long hair. At the time he was wearing a pink shirt and brown jeans.

Due to the girl’s tender age police were unable to obtain a clear description of the incident immediately after the incident.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to issue the following general safety advice and tips for children and parents.

GENERAL SAFETY ADVICE

Parents should be alert to the safety of their children and where they are at all times.

It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from school by an adult. If this is not possible, they should walk in groups with other children.

Parents should walk the route to and from school with their children. Make sure it is the safest way to travel and, if possible, use busier roads and streets or paths where other people are likely to be. Avoid back lanes and short cuts through isolated areas.

Talk to your child about where they should go if something happens to them such as a shop, service station, police station or school. Teach children buildings that are ‘safe’, like the police station with the blue check symbol.

Use common signs to help children identify ‘safe adults’ they can approach for help. For example, the police blue checked square, their own doctor’s surgery, a library, an information sign at a shopping centre or a hospital if there is one close to home or school.

Parents and caregivers should encourage their children to develop some simple prevention strategies that can apply across a range of situations to help the child know what to do.

Always tell your children if someone other than you is going to pick them up from school. If your child is in a childcare centre, always inform the staff if someone other than yourself will be collecting the child.

Tell your children to avoid talking to people they don’t know, including people in cars that pull over to the side of the road, and instil in them that they should never go anywhere or get into a car with someone they don’t know.

These strategies should never replace adequate supervision but will assist a child when he or she is unsure what to do and help develop personal strengths to respect their own body and space.

GENERAL MESSAGES

Child abduction is very rare in NSW.

The Child Protection and Sex Crimes Squad monitor reports of attempted abduction or abduction on a state-wide basis.

Police take reports of these matters very seriously and conduct investigations into each of them. Reported suspicious behaviour can sometimes be misinterpreted by children.

Reports of attempted abductions have increased in recent times. An explanation for this could be that children, parents, teachers and the community have become more vigilant to the possibility of abduction attempts and are more likely to make official reports.

Increased level of reporting from the community sometimes coincides with increased media reports of possible abduction attempts.

NSW Police thoroughly investigate each and every incident of reported attempted abduction of children. We take a “better safe than sorry” approach to all reports of suspicious activity around children and will thoroughly investigate any reports.

We encourage all members of the community to report suspicious activity to police when they see it. It assists police greatly if reports are made promptly and that as much detail as possible can be provided about the descriptions of suspects and their vehicles are noted.

In particular, the provision of vehicle registration numbers allows the rapid resolution of matters.

Anyone with information that can assist investigators in relation to the Villawood incident is urged to contact Bankstown Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Appeal for public assistance after girl allegedly grabbed – Glenhaven

Wednesday, 04 Nov 2009 02:19pm

Police are appealing for public assistance after a girl was allegedly grabbed at a reserve in Sydney’s north west yesterday.

About 5.45pm an 11-year-old girl was watching a junior soccer match with her father at a reserve in Holland Road, Glenhaven, when she walked about 40m away into bushland which surrounds the playing fields.

It is alleged she was grabbed around the neck by a man and dragged further into the bushland before he fled the scene.

The girl returned and told her father, who searched for the man before police were subsequently notified.

The girl was not injured in the incident.

Upon arrival, police established a crime scene and searched the area without result.

Police want to speak to a man who might be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as having an olive complexion, aged in his late 30s or early 40s, medium to chubby build, about 183 cm tall, clean shaven with a wider set nose and short dark brown hair. He was wearing dark sunglasses, a dark blue collared shirt and dark jeans.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Castle Hill Police Station on 9680 5399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

This reported incident is a reminder to all parents to keep their children within sight in public places. If children must go to an isolated area they should travel in groups.

Parents are urged to discuss with their children where they should go if something happens, including a police station, shop, service station or school.

Boy approached - Wollongong

Friday, 30 Oct 2009 03:29pm

NSW Police are reminding parents to reinforce ‘safe people safe places’ messages after an unknown man approached a boy at Gwynneville, near Wollongong, today.

About 8.30am the 11-year-old boy was walking to school along Foley Street when a silver duel cab utility pulled up near the intersection of Lucinda Street.

A man called out to the boy through the passenger window and tried to encourage him to enter the vehicle.

The man continued to attempt to coerce the boy into the vehicle before the boy walked to his school and told staff of the incident.

The man was described to police as being of white/European appearance and as wearing a dark cap. His voice was described as having an Australian accent.

Any members of the public in the area at the time of the incident are urged to contact Wollongong Police Station on (02) 4226 7899 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being encouraged to reinforce ‘safe people safe places’ messages with their children.

Parents are urged to talk to their children about where they should go if something happens, including a police station, shop, service station or school.

They should reinforce to children that under no circumstances should they get into a car with a person they do not know.

Children should also avoid walking or travelling alone, especially if going to and from school. When possible, young people should use busier roads and streets, or paths where other people are likely to be, and avoid back lanes and short cuts through isolated areas.
Sydney.

Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they know when going to and from school.

Detective Superintendent John Kerlatec, Commander of the Sex Crimes Squad, said children should also be encouraged to walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of other people.

“When possible, children should not use back lanes or short cuts where there are not many people,” Detective Superintendent John Kerlatec said.

Meanwhile, other ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages parents are encouraged to teach their children include:

• Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all times.

• Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to.

• Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and ask them to call the police.

• Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.

• Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.
• If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Attempted Abduction Cottesloe

October 28, 2009
At approx 2.30pm yesterday the 27/10/2009 a student at the North Cottesloe Primary School (WA) was playing within the school boundaries during a break in school classes.
Whilst playing, the student was leaning against an exterior boundary fence. He was at that point approached by a man who lifted him by the waist over the fence and placed him on the foot path before leaving the area.
The student was unhurt and no further contact was made.
The student and other witnesses have given a description of the man as dark olive skin, blonde hair which was short on the sides, and slightly longer on top, with a longer strand of hair (possibly similar to a rats tail) running down the side, at the front of his face, he was in his late teens or early 20's. The student described the man as wearing a red t-shirt, blue shorts, black shoes with light blue laces.
Police believe that the man possibly had a woman with him. No description is available of her and police are asking this woman to come forward on the matter.
If any one has any further information please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child assaulted outside school – North Sydney

Friday, 30 Oct 2009 09:21am

Harbourside Police (NSW) are appealing for public assistance in identifying a man after a child was indecently assaulted at North Sydney earlier this week.

The incident happened about 3.10pm (Wednesday 28 October) outside a school on the Pacific Highway as a 10-year-old boy was walking through the school gates.

The child has told police the man grabbed him by the shoulder and indecently touched him before walking off.

Police were contacted and attended the scene.

Police have a description of a man who they believe can assist with investigations into the incident.

He is described as being of white/European appearance, 50-75 years old, about 183cm tall with a slim build. He has an olive complexion with short balding brown/grey hair. The man was clean-shaven and may have been wearing a silver ring in his left ear.

At the time the man was wearing a blue and white checked shirt with light-blue denim shorts and black boots.

Anyone with information about the man or the incident is urged to contact North Sydney Police on 9956 3199 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Additional police have been tasked to patrol local primary schools.

Police hunt man candy
man

Lacey Burley |
30th October 2009 -
Toowoomba Chronicle

Police
yesterday released
this comfit of a man
wanted for trying to
lure a young girl
into his car in
Darling Heights.

POLICE are hunting a
man who tried to
lure a
seven-year-old girl
from her Darling
Heights home front
yard into his car by
offering her lollies.

Senior
Constable Chris
Wheatley said the
man approached the
girl who was playing
at her West Street
home and asked her
if she wanted
lollies which he had
in his car.

The girl said
no and went inside
to tell her parents.

The man fled.

Her parents
immediately called
police.

The offence
happened on
Wednesday, October
14, at 6pm.

Snr Const
Wheatley said the
girl was able to
give police a
detailed description
of the man.

He is
described as being
between 26 and 28,
with olive skin,
brown eyes, shaved
black hair, and a
short goatee
(beard).

He is 170cm
tall and of average
build.

At the time of
the offence he was
wearing a black
T-shirt with red
stripes and yellow
writing, and black
three-quarter length
shorts.

The girl was
unable to provide a
description of his
car.

The
man did not touch
her.

Snr
Const Wheatley urged
parents to be
vigilant in keeping
their children safe.

Anyone with
information about
the man’s identity
should call
Toowoomba Police
CPIU on 46316355.

Members of the
public can also call
Crime Stoppers on
1800333000 and
remain anonymous.

WANNEROO
CHILD OFFENCE CHARGE

28
October 2009
Police have charged a
man after an incident in
Wanneroo just before
10am on Sunday 25
October 2009 involving a
13 year old girl.
It will be alleged the
man stopped his vehicle
alongside the girl, who
was walking alone on
Quarkum Street in
Wanneroo, and began
talking to her. It will
be further alleged the
man
attempted to engage the
girl in a discussion of
a sexual nature and made
inappropriate
suggestions to her, and
attempted to entice her
into his car.
The girl refused and ran
from the area and went
home, where she
immediately informed her
mother of the incident.
Fortunately the girl was
able to provide police
with a description of
the
vehicle.
North West Metropolitan
Tactical Investigation
Group detectives have
charged a 27 year old
man from Girrawheen with
Encourage a Child Over
13 and Under 16 to
Engage in Sexual
Behaviour, and he will
be appearing in the
Joondalup Magistrates
Court on
13 November 2009.

Man charged over sexual
assault of teenage boy –
Charlestown

Saturday, 24 Oct
2009 05:28am

A man will appear in
court today charged over
the sexual assault of a
teenage boy at a public
library south of
Newcastle.

About 5pm on Wednesday
(21 October), the
13-year-old boy was
allegedly sexually
assaulted by a man in
the toilets of the
public library on Smith
Street, Charlestown.

The boy reported the
incident to library
staff who contacted
emergency services.

Police from Lake
Macquarie Local Area
Command and NSW
Ambulance paramedics
attended the scene.

The child was taken to
Newcastle’s John Hunter
Hospital for treatment.

Meanwhile, a crime scene
was established and
examined by specialist
forensics officers.

Following extensive
inquiries by State Crime
Command’s Joint
Investigation Response
Squad and local
detectives, a
61-year-old man was
arrested at a Mount
Hutton residence late
yesterday (Friday 23
October).

The man was taken to
Belmont Police Station
and questioned before
being charged with
having sexual
intercourse with a
person between 10 and 14
years, aggravated
indecent assault (four
counts) and aggravated
indecency - victim under
16.

He was refused bail to
appear in Newcastle Bail
Court later today.

Thursday 22-Oct-2009 (1145 hrs CST)

Indecent assault –
Alice springs - 4394472

NT Police are appealing for witnesses to an incident
in Larapinta in which a 12-year-old girl was
indecently assaulted in Alice Springs.

The victim told police she had just got off a bus on
Larapinta Drive near the corner of Battarbee Street
around 3.15pm on Tuesday when she was approached by
three young boys on bicycles. As they rode past her
the girl was indecently assaulted.

The offenders are described as being of Aboriginal
appearance and aged between nine and 14. One was
wearing a yellow tee-shirt while another had
bleached blonde hair. The girl was unable to
describe the third boy.

Police are appealing to anyone who recognizes the
description of the boys or who may have been in the
area where the offence took place on Tuesday
afternoon to come forward.

Anyone with information should phone police on 131
444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police appeal for information after boy
approached – Frenchs Forest

Thursday, 15 Oct 2009 05:23am

NSW Police are appealing for information after a boy was approached and
assaulted while walking home in Frenchs Forest
yesterday.

Detectives from Northern Beaches Local Area Command
have been told about 5pm a 12-year-old boy got off a
bus outside a shopping centre and was walking along
Sorlie Road, Frenchs Forest when a man driving a
white van pulled up alongside him.

It is alleged the man offered the boy a lift on
several occasions with the boy declining each offer
before the man reached out of the van and grabbed
the boy on the shoulder.

The boy was able to run from the scene before the
van drove away.

Police would like to speak to a man who they believe
may be able to assist them with their inquiries.

The man has been described as being of
white/European appearance, approximately 25 to 30
years old, solid build and unshaven with a deep
voice.

He was wearing a green polo t-shirt with a white
horse emblem on the right side, dark blue jeans and
dark sunglasses.

Meanwhile the van has been described as being a
white Toyota Hi-ace with dark tinted windows, yellow
and black number plates and damage to the left rear
corner panel.

Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the
incident or who has information about the identity
of the man and whereabouts of the van, to contact
Northern Beaches detectives via
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Parents are also reminded to remain vigilant in
reinforcing the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages
with their children, advising them what to do and
where to go if someone harasses them and if they are
concerned for their safety.

The messages are:
· Make sure your parents or another adult you know
knows where you are at all times.
· Avoid walking anywhere on your own, try to walk
with friends or an adult you know.
· Always walk near busier roads and streets or paths
where there are lots of other people.
· Don’t walk through back lanes or short cuts where
there are not many people.
· Know where safe places are – a shop, service
station, police station, library or school. If you
are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police.
· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get
into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car
stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the
person inside, do not stop.
· If any person ever hurts you or makes you feel
scared, tell a safe adult straight away.If you are
scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them
you are scared.

Girl detained by man -
Boambee

Saturday, 10 Oct
2009 01:27pm

NSW Police are appealing
for information after a
girl was detained by a
man on the state’s
central coast last week.

About 6.50pm on Thursday
8 October, a 13-year-old
girl was jogging down a
pedestrian path in the
Boambee East area when a
man began following her
and calling out to her.

The girl attempted to
ignore the man, and kept
walking down the path.

The man then ran up
behind the girl and
allegedly grabbed her
around the right bicep.
The girl turned around
and saw that the man was
armed with a knife.

He demanded the girl sit
down in the park and the
girl complied. The man
stood near the girl for
a short time before
running from the scene.

He was last seen running
into Avonleigh Drive.

Police would like to
speak to a man who may
be able to assist them
with their inquiries.
The man is described as
Asian in appearance,
about 16-18 years of
age, of a solid build,
with short dark brown
hair, brown eyes and a
5cm scar on the left
side of his neck which
ran diagonally down the
neckline.

At the time of the
incident he was wearing
a red t-shirt with gold
writing on the front and
baggy light blue denim
jeans.

Anyone who witnessed the
incident or has any
information that can
assist investigators
should contact Coffs
Harbour police on (02)
6652 0299 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333
000.

Police are appealing for information after a teenage girl was threatened by a man at Boambee near Coffs Harbour yesterday.

About 6:50pm, a 13-year-old girl had been out jogging with her father on a walking track near Bruce King Drive at Boambee East when it is alleged a man called out to her a number of times.
Police have been told the girl ignored the man before he approached and threatened her, detaining her against her will.

The girl was made to walk to a nearby park before the man fled the scene a few minutes later and was last seen running into Avonleigh Drive.

The girl who was uninjured in the incident told her father about what had occurred before police were notified.

Coffs Harbour detectives wish to speak to a male who they believe may be able to assist them with their inquiries. The male has been described as being of Asian or Pacific Islander appearance, approximately 16 to 18-years-old with a tanned complexion and short dark brown hair.

He has an athletic build with brown eyes and a distinctive five centremetre scar on the left side of his neck which runs diagonally down to his neckline.

Anyone with information about the identity or whereabouts of the male is urged to contact Coffs Harbour detectives on (02) 6652 0299 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile police are reminding parents and their children about the ‘Safe people, safe places’ messages where children should:
· Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all times.
· Avoid walking anywhere on your own, try to walk with friends or an adult you know.
· Always walk near busier roads and streets or paths where there are lots of other people. Don’t walk though back lanes or short cuts where there are not many people.
· Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and ask them to call the police.
· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.
· If any person ever hurts you or makes you feel scared, tell a safe adult straight away.
· If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Penrith police are
appealing for public
assistance following a
possible attempted
abduction in Sydney’s
west overnight.

About 8.20pm, a
28-year-old woman was
walking along Coreen
Avenue near Lemon Grove
Road at Penrith when a
car with five men
on-board allegedly
stopped beside the
woman.

It is alleged one of the
men called out to the
woman but as she turned
to face them they drove
off southbound on Lemon
Grove Road.

The car is described as
a silver Holden
Commodore bearing a
green P plate on the
rear, a rear spoiler
with side skirts and
star shaped mag wheels
and a partial
registration plate of AP
16.

The woman returned to
her home where she
contacted police,
providing them with
descriptions of two men.

Both are described as
being of Islander
appearance,
approximately
25-years-old and of
solid build.

One had short black hair
and was wearing a black
cap and black jumper,
while the other was
wearing a white cap and
dark t-shirt.

Police patrolled the
area but were unable to
locate a car or men
matching the woman’s
description.

Detectives are keen to
speak with anyone who
may have noticed the car
or the men in the
vicinity of Coreen
Avenue and Lemon Grove
Road around 8.20pm last
night.

Anyone with information
is asked to contact
Penrith police on 4721
9444 or Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Information will be
treated in the strictest
confidence and you can
remain anonymous.

Attempted abduction in
Albany

RONAN O'CONNELL, The
West Australian
October 7, 2009, 4:52 pm

Police are investigating the attempted
abduction of two boys near Albany today in the
third similar incident in the past two weeks.

Sen-Sgt Trevor Evans, officer in charge of
Albany Police, said the incident had involved
two young boys who were with their family at
Betty’s Beach, about 30km east of Albany at
12.30pm.

He said police believed that the man had
not actually touched the boys, aged nine and 11
years old, but the incident had been reported to
police as an attempted abduction.

The man, who is described as being about
50 years old, was driving a white station wagon.

“We are certainly concerned about this
man’s actions and we would like to find him,”
Sen-Sgt Evans said.

A police spokesman said there was no
evidence that the incident was linked to similar
attempted abductions in Dongara and Busselton.

The spokesman said the investigation into
today's incident was at an early stage and
police were still speaking to the family of the
children.

Police are already investigating reports a
man tried to kidnap a six-year-old girl from a
Busselton caravan park on September 27, a day
after a nine-year-old girl was dragged from her
tent in Dongara.

The six-year-old, who was on holidays from
Perth, told police she was returning to her
family's chalet from the playground of the
Beachlands caravan park about 6.30pm when the
man accosted her. He grabbed her arm and dragged
her to his nearby car.

But she escaped when the man walked around
to the driver's side.

BUSSELTON ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION

05/Oct/2009

Busselton (WA) Detectives are investigating a report of a man trying to abduct a
6 year old girl at a caravan park in Busselton yesterday evening (4 October
2009).
The incident happened around 6:30pm while the 6 year old girl, who was on
holidays from Perth, was playing near the front gate of the park. The girl told
her parents that she was approached by a man who grabbed her by the arm and put
her in his car which was parked nearby.
The girl was able to escape when the man walked around the car to get in.
The man is described as being between 30 and 45 years of age, of slim build with
black hair and blue eyes. He was wearing blue jeans, a black jacket and a dark
coloured beanie. The victim describes his as having hairy arms and yellow teeth.
It is believed he was driving a blue coloured sedan with skull style car seat
covers.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Teenager indecently assaulted – Lalor Park

Tuesday, 06 Oct 2009 12:21pm

NSW Police are appealing for the public’s help after a teenage girl was indecently assaulted in Sydney’s west.

About 9pm on Friday 2 October, the 16-year-old was walking along Freeman Street at Lalor Park, when a car being driven by a man stopped next to her.

The man got out of the car, grabbed the woman’s hands and attempted to kiss her.

The girl broke free of the man’s grasp and ran to the safety of a nearby residence.

Police were notified several hours later and have been given a limited description of the man and his car.

He is described as being of white/European appearance, 20 to 30 years of age and was wearing a short sleeve shirt, long pants and a hat.

The man’s car is believed to be an older model white Holden Commodore with a black stripe on its doors.

Anyone with information that might assist investigating officers is urged to contact Blacktown Police Station via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to issue the following general safety advice and tips for children and parents.

GENERAL SAFETY ADVICE

Parents should be alert to the safety of their children and where they are at all times.

It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from school by an adult. If this is not possible, they should walk in groups with other children.

Parents should walk the route to and from school with their children. Make sure it is the safest way to travel and, if possible, use busier roads and streets or paths where other people are likely to be. Avoid back lanes and short cuts through isolated areas.

Talk to your child about where they should go if something happens to them such as a shop, service station, police station or school. Teach children buildings that are ‘safe’, like the police station with the blue check symbol.

Use common signs to help children identify ‘safe adults’ they can approach for help. For example, the police blue checked square, their own doctor’s surgery, a library, an information sign at a shopping centre or a hospital if there is one close to home or school.

Parents and caregivers should encourage their children to develop some simple prevention strategies that can apply across a range of situations to help the child know what to do.

Always tell your children if someone other than you is going to pick them up from school. If your child is in a childcare centre, always inform the staff if someone other than yourself will be collecting the child.

Tell your children to avoid talking to people they don’t know, including people in cars that pull over to the side of the road, and instil in them that they should never go anywhere or get into a car with someone they don’t know.

These strategies should never replace adequate supervision but will assist a child when he or she is unsure what to do and help develop personal strengths to respect their own body and space.

GENERAL MESSAGES

Child abduction is very rare in NSW.

The Child Protection and Sex Crimes Squad monitor reports of attempted abduction or abduction on a state-wide basis.

Police take reports of these matters very seriously and conduct investigations into each of them. Reported suspicious behaviour can sometimes be misinterpreted by children.

Reports of attempted abductions have increased in recent times. An explanation for this could be that children, parents, teachers and the community have become more vigilant to the possibility of abduction attempts and are more likely to make official reports.

Increased level of reporting from the community sometimes coincides with increased media reports of possible abduction attempts.

NSW Police thoroughly investigate each and every incident of reported attempted abduction of children. We take a “better safe than sorry” approach to all reports of suspicious activity around children and will thoroughly investigate any reports.

We encourage all members of the community to report suspicious activity to police when they see it. It assists police greatly if reports are made promptly and that as much detail as possible can be provided about the descriptions of suspects and their vehicles are noted. nnIn particular, the provision of vehicle registration numbers allows the rapid resolution of matters.

Schoolgirl allegedly
approached by unknown
man – Quakers Hill

Thursday, 01 Oct
2009 05:10am

NSW Police
in Sydney’s north-west
are conducting inquiries
after a schoolgirl was
allegedly approached by
an unknown man at
Quakers Hill.

The 12-year-old girl was
outside a residence in
Summerfield Avenue about
3.15pm yesterday
(Wednesday 30 September)
when a white van pulled
into the driveway.

The male driver
allegedly called out to
the girl before offering
her lollies.

Fearing for her safety,
the girl ran and climbed
over a fence into the
backyard of the
residence.

The man then drove from
the area.

Police from Quakers Hill
Local Area Command were
alerted to the incident
and are conducting
inquiries.

They’re now appealing to
anyone who might have
witnessed the incident
or anyone acting
suspiciously in the
vicinity of Summerfield
Avenue between 3pm and
3.30pm to come forward.

The man has been
described as being aged
in his mid-20s with
olive skin and brown
spiky hair. He was
wearing a blue jumper at
the time of the
incident.

Meanwhile, the incident
has prompted police to
issue the following
general safety advice
and tips for children
and parents.

GENERAL SAFETY ADVICE

Parents should be alert
to the safety of their
children and where they
are at all times.

It is recommended that,
where possible, children
are escorted to and from
school by an adult. If
this is not possible,
they should walk in
groups with other
children.

Parents should walk the
route to and from school
with their children.
Make sure it is the
safest way to travel
and, if possible, use
busier roads and streets
or paths where other
people are likely to be.
Avoid back lanes and
short cuts through
isolated areas.

Talk to your child about
where they should go if
something happens to
them such as a shop,
service station, police
station or school. Teach
children buildings that
are ‘safe’, like the
police station with the
blue check symbol.

Use common signs to help
children identify ‘safe
adults’ they can
approach for help. For
example, the police blue
checked square, their
own doctor’s surgery, a
library, an information
sign at a shopping
centre or a hospital if
there is one close to
home or school.

Parents and caregivers
should encourage their
children to develop some
simple prevention
strategies that can
apply across a range of
situations to help the
child know what to do.

Always tell your
children if someone
other than you is going
to pick them up from
school. If your child is
in a childcare centre,
always inform the staff
if someone other than
yourself will be
collecting the child.

Tell your children to
avoid talking to people
they don’t know,
including people in cars
that pull over to the
side of the road, and
instil in them that they
should never go anywhere
or get into a car with
someone they don’t know.

These strategies should
never replace adequate
supervision but will
assist a child when he
or she is unsure what to
do and help develop
personal strengths to
respect their own body
and space.

GENERAL MESSAGES

Child abduction is very
rare in NSW.

The Child Protection and
Sex Crimes Squad monitor
reports of attempted
abduction or abduction
on a state-wide basis.

Police take reports of
these matters very
seriously and conduct
investigations into each
of them.

Reported suspicious
behaviour can sometimes
be misinterpreted by
children.

Reports of attempted
abductions have
increased in recent
times. An explanation
for this could be that
children, parents,
teachers and the
community have become
more vigilant to the
possibility of abduction
attempts and are more
likely to make official
reports.

Increased level of
reporting from the
community sometimes
coincides with increased
media reports of
possible abduction
attempts.

NSW Police thoroughly
investigate each and
every incident of
reported attempted
abduction of children.
We take a “better safe
than sorry” approach to
all reports of
suspicious activity
around children and will
thoroughly investigate
any reports.

We encourage all members
of the community to
report suspicious
activity to police when
they see it.
It assists police
greatly if reports are
made promptly and that
as much detail as
possible can be provided
about the descriptions
of suspects and their
vehicles are noted. nnIn
particular, the
provision of vehicle
registration numbers
allows the rapid
resolution of matters.

Father tells of Dongara
abduction horror

THE father of a
nine-year-old girl taken from her tent at a Dongara
campsite has recounted the horror of realising his
daughter was the victim of an attempted kidnapping.

Speaking for the first time since Saturday's
brazen attack, Ross said he was living every
parent's worst nightmare and had grappled to
comprehend what may have happened to his daughter if
the man had taken her away - just metres from where
he slept.

``No words could describe how awful the consequences
of what might have happened if she hadn't have
escaped,'' he told reporters this afternoon.

The southern suburbs father also made an impassioned
plea for anyone with information about the identity
of the wannabe abductor to contact police before he
struck again.

Ross said he had taken his nine-year-old daughter
away for the long weekend, arriving at the Dongara
Denison Tourist Park campsite, about 360km north of
Perth, on Friday afternoon and enjoying a leisurely
evening before calling it a night.

He was sleeping in a separate tent nearby at the
camping ground,which is set on the beach.
But at 6am, Ross was awoken to his daughter's
shrieks, screaming: ``Daddy, Daddy, someone tried to
take me''.

Police said a man, aged about 30, unzipped the tent,
which the girl had been sharing with her
eight-year-old friend, looked inside and lifted the
girl out of her bed before carrying her to a white
dual cab ute parked nearby.

There, he placed her in the passenger seat before he
walked around to the driver's side. But the girl
became scared and ran from the car screaming.

``I was aware of some screaming. I wasn't aware at
the time whether it was my daughter or not, though I
was awake at that stage,'' Ross said today.

``Then I heard a vehicle move off quite rapidly and
my first thought was somebody had been hit by the
vehicle.

``And then very shortly after that, more screaming,
and realising it then was my daughter because she
was shouting saying basically: `Daddy, Daddy,
someone tried to take me'.''

Ross said he lept out of his sleeping bag and
scrambled to the door of his tent where his daughter
repeated that someone had tried to take her.

``I've seen her, she was OK and I've run off down
the road to the entrance to the caravan park and saw
a vehicle turning right at the T-junction down by
the marina,'' he said.

The man drove down George Street, towards Port
Leander Drive, and headed north towards the Dongara
townsite.

Asked how he felt knowing his daughter's attacker
was still at large, Ross said: ``Obviously, it's not
good at all and the quicker the police catch him the
better''.

He said his daughter was recovering from the ordeal,
but the family had cut short their holiday and
returned home.

``She's obviously very traumatised, had no desire to
stay in Dongara or the campsite. She's been better
since she's been in familiar surroundings.''

He praised the support of police, family and friends
who had rallied around to help him and his young
daughter and urged anyone with information about the
identity of the man to contact detectives.

Anyone with information about the attack or the
man's identity is urged to call Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Attempted child abduction in Dongara

29/09/09

The male pictured (right) is wanted for questioning in relation to the attempted abduction of a child from the Dongara Dennison Tourist Park.

The incident took place early Saturday morning at 8 George Street in Dongara.

The person of interest is described as between 28 and 32 years of age with an olive complexion, of medium build, approximately 175cm tall and was wearing a black hooded jumper at the time.

If you know the identity or whereabouts of this man please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police appeal after girl approached by man – Ambarvale

Friday, 18 Sep 2009 02:54pm

NSW Police are appealing for information after a 14-year-old girl was approached by a man in a Commodore sedan in Sydney’s south-west last night.

About 8.30pm yesterday, the teenager was walking along Dickens Road at Ambarvale and was nearing Copperfield Drive when a white Commodore sedan, with a red P-plate slowed down beside her.

The driver asked for directions and the teenager has continued walking along Copperfield Drive.

The girl has heard a car door open and felt someone grab her school bag. The man has let go of the bag, returned to the vehicle and driven off.

The teenager has hidden in the bushes before returning to her home and alerting police.

The man has been described to police as being aged between 19-20-years old, 170cm tall and of medium build. He spoke with a deep voice.

When he was last seen the man was wearing a bright yellow baggy jumper and dark trousers. It is also possible the man was wearing a dark beanie.

The Commodore was being driven by another man, who was not further described to police.

Anyone who might have witnessed the incident or know of the whereabouts of the men or their identity is urged to contact Campbelltown Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Man charged after harassing school girls - Leichhardt

Friday, 18 Sep 2009 05:34amA man has been charged after allegedly harassing girls on a school bus in Leichhardt yesterday.

About 4:00pm the man boarded a bus at the bus stop on Mountain Street, Ultimo. The majority of students on the bus were school children aged 12 to 16.

Once on board the bus the man allegedly sat next to a school girl and grabbed her on the shoulder.

The bus driver demanded the man leave the bus however he allegedly refused and approached further school girls and began touching them.

Police were contacted and all passengers except the man got off the bus.

A short time later police attended and arrested him.

The 46-year-old Summer Hill man was taken Newtown Police Station where he was charged with offensive conduct and offensive language. He was refused bail to appear it Newtown Local Court this morning.

Police conduct inquiries after child approached – Lake Illawarra LAC

Thursday, 17 Sep 2009 02:16pm

Detectives are conducting inquiries after a schoolgirl was allegedly approached by a suspicious man at Barrack Heights, south of Wollongong.

The 12-year-old girl was walking east along Cassia Street just after 8am yesterday (Wednesday 16 September) when a van pulled up alongside her and the elderly male driver spoke with her.

The man allegedly asked the schoolgirl whether she wanted a lift.

The girl declined the lift and, fearing for her safety, ran towards Daphne Street. The man then drove from the area.

The child reported the incident to the school principal, who contacted police from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command.

Officers attended the school and conducted inquiries. A canvass of the area where the incident occurred will be carried out in a bid to identify any witnesses.

The man’s been described as being of white/European appearance, with slim build and grey spiky hair.

His van has only been described as being light-coloured.Anyone with information about the incident or who witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the Barrack Heights area yesterday morning is urged to contact Warilla Police Station via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to issue the following general safety advice and tips for children and parents.

GENERAL SAFETY ADVICE

Parents should be alert to the safety of their children and where they are at all times.

It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from school by an adult. If this is not possible, they should walk in groups with other children.

Parents should walk the route to and from school with their children. Make sure it is the safest way to travel and, if possible, use busier roads and streets or paths where other people are likely to be. Avoid back lanes and short cuts through isolated areas.

Talk to your child about where they should go if something happens to them such as a shop, service station, police station or school. Teach children buildings that are ‘safe’, like the police station with the blue check symbol.

Use common signs to help children identify ‘safe adults’ they can approach for help. For example, the police blue checked square, their own doctor’s surgery, a library, an information sign at a shopping centre or a hospital if there is one close to home or school.

Parents and caregivers should encourage their children to develop some simple prevention strategies that can apply across a range of situations to help the child know what to do.

Always tell your children if someone other than you is going to pick them up from school. If your child is in a childcare centre, always inform the staff if someone other than yourself will be collecting the child.

Tell your children to avoid talking to people they don’t know, including people in cars that pull over to the side of the road, and instil in them that they should never go anywhere or get into a car with someone they don’t know.

These strategies should never replace adequate supervision but will assist a child when he or she is unsure what to do and help develop personal strengths to respect their own body and space.

GENERAL MESSAGES

Child abduction is very rare in NSW.

The Child Protection and Sex Crimes Squad monitor reports of attempted abduction or abduction on a state-wide basis.

Police take reports of these matters very seriously and conduct investigations into each of them.

Reported suspicious behaviour can sometimes be misinterpreted by children.

Reports of attempted abductions have increased in recent times. An explanation for this could be that children, parents, teachers and the community have become more vigilant to the possibility of abduction attempts and are more likely to make official reports.

Increased level of reporting from the community sometimes coincides with increased media reports of possible abduction attempts.

NSW Police thoroughly investigate each and every incident of reported attempted abduction of children. We take a “better safe than sorry” approach to all reports of suspicious activity around children and will thoroughly investigate any reports.

We encourage all members of the community to report suspicious activity to police when they see it.

It assists police greatly if reports are made promptly and that as much detail as possible can be provided about the descriptions of suspects and their vehicles are noted.
In particular, the provision of vehicle registration numbers allows the rapid resolution of matters.

Police investigate abduction attempt – Bulli

Thursday, 17 Sep 2009 08:39am

Wollongong Police will resume a canvass of a street in Bulli after a man tried to pull a teenage girl into his car yesterday afternoon.

The 14-year-old girl has told police she was walking along Park Road and had turned into Railway Street about 1.15pm when a man got out of a red car and approached her.

She told police the man yelled at her to get in the car, then grabbed her shoulder and tried to pull her towards the vehicle.

The child pulled away and ran to a friend’s home nearby and police were called.

Police searched the area and conducted a canvass of the neighbourhood. They will be talking to the child and checking the area again today.

Police have been given a description of a man they believe will be able to assist with their investigation into the incident.

The man is described as being of white/European appearance, about 20 years old, about 170cm tall and of a medium build. The man has short dark hair and a fair complexion. At the time he was wearing a dark-coloured long-sleeved shirt and board shorts. He was driving a red medium-sized car with yellow registration plates and green ‘P’ plates.

Police are keen to speak with anyone who may have been in the area of Railway and Park Road about 1.15pm and saw the incident. Police can be contacted at Wollongong Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Following are general safety advice and tips for children and parents.

GENERAL SAFETY ADVICE

Parents should be alert to the safety of their children and where they are at all times.

It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from school by an adult. If this is not possible, they should walk in groups with other children.

Parents should walk the route to and from school with their children. Make sure it is the safest way to travel and, if possible, use busier roads and streets or paths where other people are likely to be. Avoid back lanes and short cuts through isolated areas.

Talk to your child about where they should go if something happens to them such as a shop, service station, police station or school. Teach children buildings that are ‘safe’, like the police station with the blue check symbol.

Use common signs to help children identify ‘safe adults’ they can approach for help. For example, the police blue checked square, their own doctor’s surgery, a library, an information sign at a shopping centre or a hospital if there is one close to home or school.

Parents and caregivers should encourage their children to develop some simple prevention strategies that can apply across a range of situations to help the child know what to do.

Always tell your children if someone other than you is going to pick them up from school. If your child is in a childcare centre, always inform the staff if someone other than yourself will be collecting the child.

Tell your children to avoid talking to people they don’t know, including people in cars that pull over to the side of the road, and instil in them that they should never go anywhere or get into a car with someone they don’t know.

These strategies should never replace adequate supervision, but will assist a child when he or she is unsure what to do and help develop personal strengths to respect their own body and space.

GENERAL MESSAGES

Child abduction is very rare in NSW.

The Child Protection and Sex Crimes Squad monitor reports of attempted abduction or abduction on a state-wide basis.

Police take reports of these matters very seriously and conduct investigations into each of them.

Reported suspicious behaviour can sometimes be misinterpreted by children.

Reports of attempted abductions have increased in recent times. An explanation for this could be that children, parents, teachers and the community have become more vigilant to the possibility of abduction attempts and are more likely to make official reports.

Increased level of reporting from the community sometimes coincides with increased media reports of possible abduction attempts.

NSW Police thoroughly investigate each and every incident of reported attempted abduction of children. We take a “better safe than sorry” approach to all reports of suspicious activity around children and will thoroughly investigate any reports. We encourage all members of the community to report suspicious activity to police when they see it.

It assists police greatly if reports are made promptly and that as much detail as possible can be provided about the descriptions of suspects and their vehicles are noted. In particular, the provision of vehicle registration numbers allows the rapid resolution of matters.

Any suspicious behaviour should be reported to Triple Zero (000) while it is occurring, otherwise members of the community with information should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

NSW Detectives are seeking public assistance after a school girl was indecently assaulted at a western Sydney school.

About midday today, a 12-year-old girl was in the grounds of a secondary school on Macarthur Street, Parramatta, when she saw a man acting suspiciously near some garbage bins.

Concerned for her safety, the girl attempted to run from the area; however, the man knocked her to the ground and indecently assaulted her.

The alleged offender left the area and the girl sought assistance from other students.

Police from Parramatta Local Area Command attended and commenced inquiries.

A crime scene has been secured and is being examined by forensics officers.

Stewart Street has been closed to traffic as police continue their investigations.

The girl has been taken to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead for treatment.

Detectives are now seeking public assistance as they try to locate the alleged offender.

The man’s been described as being aged in his mid-30s, of white/European appearance, more than 170cm tall with an average build, brown medium-length spiky hair and long nose. He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie and dark blue jeans and had a black mask concealing his eyes.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information that might assist investigating officers is urged to contact Parramatta Police Station via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

MANNING ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION

20 August 2009(WA) Kensington Detectives are seeking to identify a man who attempted to persuade two school children into his car in Manning on Monday 17 August 2009.
At around 9am, two boys aged 9 and 10 years, were walking along the footpath on Marsh Avenue in Manning on their way to school.
Near the intersection of Marsh Avenue and Henning Crescent, the two were approached by a man driving a white, two-door Toyota Hilux.

He wound down his window and spoke to the boys.
The two became frightened and ran to the house of one of the boys, where they waited for a short time. They saw the car driving away as it turned left onto Manning Road.
The children reported the incident to the school after walking there a short time later.
The man is described as being pale skinned, aged in his 40s, of slim to medium build, with short brown hair and clean shaven.
He may also have been wearing a black beanie, a long sleeve light blue jumper and a tattoo on his right shoulder.
Anyone who can assist police with their inquiries is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police have released the COMFIT of a man who might be able to assist with inquiries after a teenage girl was allegedly grabbed by a man on the State’s central coast one month ago.

About 3.20pm on Sunday 2 August, a 13-year-old girl and her sister were riding their bikes along Elizabeth Bay Drive, Lake Munmorah, when a male has grabbed her and pulled her from her bike.

The girl struggled free and the man was seen to run into the bushes where a second male was heard but not seen.

The man is described as being white/European in appearance, medium build, 170-175cm tall, tanned complexion, with short brown messy hair. He was wearing a light blue T-shirt and long beige shorts.

A vehicle was seen driving at speed away from the area and is described as a late model white sedan with yellow and black NSW plates.

The two girls ran to the nearby road and flagged down a passing motorist. At the time a blue sedan was seen by one of the girls, however, did not stop. Police would like to speak with the driver of the vehicle as they might be able to assist with inquiries.

Investigators have released a COMFIT of a man who might be able to assist with inquiries.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the incident or who saw a man or men acting suspiciously in the vicinity of Elizabeth Bay Drive to contact Tuggerah Lakes Local Area Command or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Alleged attempted abduction - Beverly Hills

Friday, 28 Aug 2009 01:22pm

NSW Police have renewed their appeal for the public to remain vigilant following an alleged attempted abduction of a teenage girl at Beverly Hills in Sydney’s south-west.

About 3.10pm yesterday (Thursday 27 August 2009), a 14-year-old girl was walking in Ponyara Road, about 20 metres from King Georges Road.

A white van containing two men allegedly performed a U-turn and stopped about one metre behind the teenager.

The back sliding door of the van had been opened and one of the men allegedly called to the girl.

The teenager, who was concerned for her welfare, then ran to her home and alerted her parents who contacted police and reported the alleged incident.

Investigators would like to speak to two men who may be able to assist with inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the alleged incident.

The first man, who was allegedly driving the van, is described as being of Mediterranean / Middle Eastern appearance, aged in his early 20's, with short black hair. At the time of the alleged incident he was wearing a red t-shirt with an Adidas logo.

The second man is described as being of Mediterranean / Middle Eastern appearance and aged in his early 20's. At the time of the alleged incident he was wearing a black Russell athletic long sleeve jumper, black tracksuit pants with stripes down the side of the pants (possibly Adidas brand), black shoes, and a white and black ‘Nike’ baseball cap.

The white van is described as possibly being a Mitsubishi Delica van with yellow and black number plates, and a red ‘P’ plate on the rear of the vehicle. There was no writing on the van and no seating in the back of the van.

Anyone with information about the alleged incident, or the current whereabouts of the van, or two men who may be able to assist with inquiries, is asked to contact Hurstville Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police have renewed their appeal for parents to reinforce ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages to their children. Messages include:

· Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they know when going to and from school, the shops, or other destinations.

· Make sure your parents or another adult knows where you are at all times.

· Always go straight home or directly to the place you are walking to.

· Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and ask them to call the police.

· Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.

· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.

· If you are scared and can use a phone, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.

If a young person has been approached by a stranger they should report the matter to police immediately.

Alleged attempted abduction - Werris Creek

Thursday, 27 Aug 2009 10:42am

NSW Police are appealing for the public to remain vigilant following an alleged attempted abduction of a child at Werris Creek in the state’s north-west.

About 3.30pm on Tuesday (25 August 2009), a seven-year-old girl was in Fletcher Street when she was allegedly approached by a man in a dark green Toyota 4WD.

The girl alleges the man told her to get into the car, offered her a lollipop, and promised to take her home. The child ran away from the vehicle which was then driven from the scene by the man.

Police would like to speak with a man who may be able to assist with inquiries into the incident. He’s been described to police as being of white / European appearance, 25 to 35-years-old, with olive complexion, short dark hair, a small scar under his right eye, and a tattoo on his left hand.

Anyone with information about the alleged or similar incidents, or the identity or current whereabouts of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries, is asked to contact Tamworth Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

· Children and young people should avoid walking on their own and should be encouraged to instead walk with other family members, friends or an adult they know when going to and from school, the shops, or other destinations.

· Make sure your parents or another adult knows where you are at all times.

· Always go straight home or directly to the place you are walking to.

· Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and ask them to call the police.

· Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.

· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.

· If you are scared and can use a phone, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.

If a young person has been approached by a stranger they should report the matter to police immediately.

Girl approached - Liverpool

Monday, 17 Aug 2009 11:34am

NSW Police are appealing for public help to locate a man who approached a young girl at Liverpool yesterday.

About 11am, the 12-year-old was walking along Charles Street at Liverpool, when a man driving a late model white Toyota Corolla waved at the girl.

The girl did not respond and the car continued for a short distance before stopping and quickly reversing backwards for about 100 metres on the wrong side of the road to her position.

The man began to speak with the girl before allegedly trying to coax her into his car three times.
The child refused before walking away and calling her mother.

The man is described as being of Middle Eastern appearance, approximately 40-years-old with light tan skin, shaved black hair but an unshaven face. He appeared to be wearing a dark blue T-shirt.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information which may assist police is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police continue to remind the public about the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages, which parents and carers are encouraged to teach their children. These messages include:
· Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at all times.
· Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to.
· Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these places and ask them to call the police.
· Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust.
· Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop.
· If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are scared.

Attempted abduction charge,
Rockhampton QLD:
Last updated 12/08/2009

A 45-year-old man
faced court today after
being charged with attempted
taking child for immoral
purposes yesterday. The man
was charged after an alleged
incident with an under age
girl on Glenmore Road at
North Rockhampton on August
8. The man was given bail
and is due to re-appear in
Rockhampton Magistrates
Court on September 23, 2009.

Police
allege
a
man
tried
to
grab
child

Kieran Campbell | 13th August 2009

A ROCKHAMPTON man was yesterday released from custody after allegedly trying to convince a 10-year-old girl to get in his car at the weekend.

The man, 45, is accused of approaching the girl as she walked home along a Rockhampton street late on Saturday afternoon.

He is charged with attempting to take a child under 12 for an immoral purpose.

Prosecutor Barbara Barton yesterday told Rockhampton Magistrates Court the man made comments to the girl that “she was a pretty little thing” and made several requests for her to get into his vehicle.

It's alleged he only drove away when witnesses approached his car.

The girl described the man as having “poor teeth” and that he had missing teeth on the bottom of his mouth, Ms Barton said.

The accused, who matched the girl's description, was found in St Lawrence and later interviewed by police.

Ms Barton said the man admitted to police he was in Rockhampton on Saturday and would have been driving his vehicle in town.

Defence lawyer Justin Hoolihan said his client had denied the charges.

Applying for the man's bail, Mr Hoolihan said his client lived by himself and had a serious alcohol problem.

Police objected to bail on the grounds there was danger to the safety and welfare of the public.

Magistrate Annette Hennessy granted the man bail on the condition he didn't approach any child under the age of 16.

Ms Hennessy ruled the man had to reside with his sister and report to police every Saturday.

She said he was only allowed to drive a vehicle to work at St Lawrence on Sunday afternoons and home to Rockhampton on Friday nights.

It was adjourned to September.

Porn
maker urged others to 'snatch a
child'

Posted
Tue Aug
11, 2009 2:11pm AEST -
ABC

A Hobart
court has heard a child
pornographer used an internet
chat room to encourage another
person to abduct a child.

NSW Police are seeking public assistance after a man
allegedly committed an act of indecency in front of
a teenage student in Baulkham Hills last month.

About 7.50am on Wednesday 29 July a 15-year-old girl
was waiting for a school bus on Baulkham Hills Road
when she was approached by a man, who engaged her in
conversation.

The man then allegedly made obscene comments and
exposed himself before the girl ran away and alerted
authorities.

The man was described to police as being about 50 to
60-years-old, with dark skin and short dark hair,
165 to 170cm tall of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern
appearance, with a medium build, brown eyes and
short, stumpy legs.

At the time of the offence he was wearing brown or
grey coloured shorts, a navy blue T-shirt and
joggers.

Police from The Hills Local Area Command are
continuing investigations into the matter and have
released a com-fit of a man they believe may be able
to assist with their enquiries.

Anyone with information about the man’s identity is
urged to contact Castle Hill Police Station on 9680
5399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Sunday 02-Aug-2009 (1455 hrs CST)

Indecent Behaviour – Tennant Creek – 4344701

Tennant Creek (NT) Police have issued the comfit of a man believed to have
behaved indecently in front of two young girls yesterday.

Police received the report of indecent behaviour just before 4:30pm.

The girls aged 10 and 11-years-old told police they were walking past Sporties
Club at 4pm when they were approached by an older man in a 4WD station wagon
vehicle.

The man started asking the girls questions about Tennant Creek before asking
sexual questions.

The girls noticed the man behaving indecently and ran to the police station and
told police.

The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, in his fifties or sixties
with short grey shaved hair, short grey beard and overweight wearing large round
glasses. He was wearing a blue polo shirt with black vertical stripes in the
middle.

The vehicle the man is driving is similar to a late model Nissan Patrol with a
sunroof, snorkel, silver bumper bar and aerial on the front bumper. The car has
caravan extension side mirrors and spare tyre with either a white or silver
cover on the rear of the vehicle.

Police urge anyone who may have seen the man or have information of his
whereabouts to contact them on 131 444.

Police reiterate the ‘Stranger Danger’ message to parents and their children,

Recognise the danger
Refuse any offer
Run away
Report it to the first person they feel safe with

Police appeal for information and urge women to
be vigilant following assaults - Sydney's east and inner-west

2009-08-03 15:33:37

Police are seeking public assistance as they investigate a series of assaults on
women in Sydney's inner-west and eastern suburbs over the past week.

Detectives across the Central Metropolitan Region are inquiring into the attacks
on a number of women at Annandale, Bondi, Glebe, Kingsford, Pyrmont and Rose
Bay.

A strike force has been formed incorporating Central Metropolitan Region and
State Crime Command Detectives to examine whether there are any possible links
between the incidents.\n\nThe incidents have prompted police to warn women
living or working in Sydney's eastern and inner-western suburbs to be extra
vigilant about their personal safety and to avoid walking alone late at night or
early in the morning.

The latest incident occurred about 3.45pm yesterday (Sunday 2 August) when a
35-year-old woman left her Kensington home to go for a walk. As she was
walking through Kingsford, she was assaulted by an unknown man, who also
threatened her with a weapon.

The woman suffered minor injuries as a result of the incident.

Detectives are seeking public assistance as they continue their investigations
into the incidents.

The man's been described as being aged in his late 20s or early 30s, of
white/European appearance and 180cm tall with a slim to medium build.

Police are advising women to stick to major routes and roads and don't take
short cuts.

Eastern Beaches Local Area Command Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Paul
Pisanos, said women are encouraged to use footpaths that are well lit and open.

"Women should consider walking in groups and changing direction if they think
you are being followed and seek a safe place," Detective Inspector Pisanos said.

Anyone with information that might be of assistance to investigators is urged to
contact Glebe Police Station via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Saturday
01-Aug-2009 (1315 hrs CST)

Stranger Danger –
Update 1 - 4343610

N.T. Major Crime Detectives have arrested and charged a
39-year-old man believed to be involved in an
incident involving children earlier this week.

Following further investigations, police believe the
man assaulted two children at the Fannie Bay Yacht
Club on Thursday night.

It appears the man approached a group of children
playing in a secure play area through the fence.

The children went over to the man who has allegedly
spoken to them before the children turned and ran
away.

One of the children informed his parents immediately
resulting in the alleged offender fleeing the area.

The man was arrested at his home address by
Detectives yesterday afternoon and has been charged
with a number of offences including two counts of
aggravated assault and one count of deprivation of
liberty.

He has been refused bail and will appear in the
Darwin Magistrates Court on Tuesday 4 August.

Friday 31-Jul-2009 (1250 hrs CST)

Stranger Danger - Incident in Fannie Bay

Northern Territory Police are reminding parents to talk to children about
‘Stranger Danger’ following reported incidents which occurred in the vicinity of
the Darwin Sailing Club, Fannie Bay.

Major Crime Detectives are investigating an incident which occurred last night
at approximately 7pm which may be related to another incident earlier in the
week nearby.

A group of seven children aged between three and nine years of age were playing
in a secure play area when they were approached through the fence by an unknown
male.

The children went over to the male who has allegedly spoken to them before the
children turned and ran away.

One of the children informed his parents immediately resulting in the alleged
offender fleeing the area.

Following searches of the surrounding area, Police have been unable to locate
anyone matching the description of the alleged offender.

He is described as Caucasian male, 30 to 40 years of age, skinny build and
around 160cm tall.

He has short, wavy dark/black hair with no facial hair observed. He was wearing
a dark green VB shirt with VB motif on the left breast, khaki shorts, socks and
shoes.

Police are currently conducting further interviews and forensic testing and hope
to prepare a comfit to further assist the investigation.

Major Crime Detective Senior Sergeant Jason Bradbury said while every effort
will continue to find the alleged offender, this is a timely reminder for
parents to reiterate the ‘Stranger Danger’ message to their children,

“It is important that any such incidents are reported to Police immediately and
I would encourage all parents across the Territory to sit down with their
children and remind them of the four ‘R’s:
Recognise the danger
Refuse any offer
Run away
Report it to the first person they feel safe with.”

Anyone with information in relation to this incident or who may have seen
someone matching the description in the Fannie Bay, Sailing Club area around 7pm
last night should contact Police immediately on 131 444.

Child assaulted, police seek witnesses -
Sydney CBD

2009-07-19 09:55:02

Police are investigating an alleged assault of a four-year-old girl inside a
store in Sydney's CBD last Friday (17 July).

Shortly before 3pm a four-year-old girl was with her mother inside a George
Street bookstore when she was approached by a man who possibly sexually
assaulted her.

The child immediately reported the incident to her mother, who confronted the
man in a different area of the store, before he ran from the shop and into
George Street.

The woman attended North Sydney Police Station about 3pm yesterday to report the
incident, which is being investigated by police from The Rocks Local Area
Command.

Police are appealing for public help to identify the man, who is described to
police as being aged in his early 30s, 180-187cm tall, with a 'ruddy'
complexion, fair/pink skin, a large nose, bushy eyebrows and medium build.

At the time of the incident he was wearing a cream-coloured long-sleeved knit
jumper with a zipper down the middle.

Members of the public who witnessed the incident, or with information about the
man's possible identity, are urged to contact The Rocks Police Station or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Children reportedly
approached by man - Lalor
Park

2009-07-15 05:20:26

NSW Police are appealing for
public assistance after two
young boys were reportedly
approached by an unknown man
in Sydney's west yesterday.

About 1pm (Tuesday 14 July)
two eight-year-old boys were
walking along Gilmore Road
at Lalor Park, when a man in
a white station wagon
reportedly stopped near
them.
The man asked the boys to
get in the car. The boys
refused and continued
walking. The man drove away.

Police canvassed the local
area and are investigating
the incident.

Investigators are appealing
for a man who might be able
to assist with their
inquiries. He is described
as being aged about 40, with
short black curly hair.

Anyone who witnessed the
incident or any suspicious
activity in the area is
urged to contact Blacktown
Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000. This reported
incident is a reminder for
parents to reinforce the
'safe people, safe places'
messages with their children
and children are urged not
to get into cars with
strangers.

Parents are urged to discuss
with their children where
they should go if something
happens, including a police
station, shop, service
station or school.

They should reinforce to
children that under no
circumstances should they
get into a car with a person
they do not know.

Man arrested for obscene
exposure at youth -
Willoughby

2009-06-19 15:46:23

A man was arrested and
charged this morning after
he allegedly exposed himself
to a youth on Sydney's north
shore.

The 10-year-old Willoughby
(NSW) girl was
confronted by the man on two
separate occasions during
the month while walking home
from school. The incidents
allegedly occurred on Monday
1 June and again on Monday
15 June.

Acting on information
provided by the young girl,
police arrested and charged
the 47-year-old Wahroonga
man with two counts of
wilful obscene exposure
in/near a public place or
school.

The man has been bailed to
appear at Hornsby local
court for mention on
Wednesday 15 July 2009.

Parents are being encouraged
to reinforce 'Safe People,
Safe Places' messages with
their children after reports
of several alleged incidents
across metropolitan Sydney.

Children and young people
should avoid walking on
their own and should be
encouraged to instead walk
with other family members,
friends or an adult they
know when going to and from
school.

Detective Superintendent
John Kerlatec, Commander of
the Sex Crimes Squad, said
children should also be
encouraged to walk near
busier roads and streets, or
use paths where there are
lots of other people.

"When possible, children
should not use back lanes or
short cuts where there are
not many people," Detective
Superintendent John Kerlatec
said.

"It is important children
and young people also know
to immediately alert a 'safe
adult' if they are
approached by a person who
makes them feel scared. This
information should be
immediately reported to
police," he said.

Police from commands across
metropolitan Sydney are
investigating several
alleged incidents and are
appealing to the public for
assistance. Information
about the incidents can be
provided via Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

About 8.45am yesterday
(Thursday 18 June) a white
van pulled into the driveway
of a home on Coonong Road,
Gymea Bay. A nine-year-old
schoolboy, who was walking
along the footpath, has told
police two men got out of
the van and ran towards him.
The boy ran away and raised
the alarm. Both men were
described to police as being
of white/European appearance
and aged 20-30 years with a
medium build and height, and
both wearing sunglasses.
One, who had pale skin and
short black hair, was
wearing a white jumper with
black writing on it and
black jeans. The second man
had a tanned skin and short
brown hair. He was wearing a
red and black striped
long-sleeved shirt and black
jeans. The report is being
investigated by police from
Sutherland Local Area
Command.

About 4.15pm on Wednesday
(17 June) an 11-year-old boy
was walking alone along
Lancelot Street, Blacktown,
when he was allegedly
approached by two males in a
white van. The boy has told
police the men were wearing
balaclavas and full-length
jumpers, and spoke with him
before he ran to a nearby
friend's home. Police from
Blacktown Local Area Command
are investigating the
alleged incident.

About 3.15pm on Wednesday
(17 June) three schoolgirls
aged 12, 13 and 14 were
walking near McHenry Road
when, in the vicinity of
Farmview Drive, Cranebrook,
they noticed an older white
4WD wagon. Three men were
sitting inside the 4WD when
the girls say it began to
follow them. The vehicle
drove away without any of
the men getting out of the
vehicle or speaking with the
girls. The incident was
reported to police about 5pm
yesterday (Thursday 18
June). The vehicle is
described as having four
doors with a wide blue
horizontal stripe across the
bottom side portions, and
faded white paint with rust
showing. The driver was
described to police as being
aged about 50 with thick
unkempt grey hair, a long
beard, obese build, thick
eyebrows and a tanned
complexion. The front seat
passenger was aged 30-40
years with a tanned to fair
complexion and clean shaven,
medium build, and small
nose, and wearing a brown
T-shirt. The backseat
passenger was wearing a grey
T-shirt. Penrith Local Area
Command officers are
conducting inquiries into
the incident.

About 8am on Wednesday (17
June) a 12-year-old boy and
his 10-year-old sister have
told police they were
walking along McKeon Street,
Maroubra, when two men got
out of a white van stopped
near Fenton Avenue. Police
have been told one of the
men followed the children on
foot before they ran into
the nearby school and sought
help from a teacher. Both
men were described to police
as being aged 30-40 years.
One had a medium build and
dark-coloured beard. He was
wearing a light green hooded
jumper, light brown pants
and gloves. The second man
was chubby-faced and was
wearing a brown hooded
jumper and brown pants.
Police from Eastern Beaches
Local Area Command are
investigating.

In each case investigating
police have contacted local
school principals to alert
them to the alleged
incidents.

Meanwhile, other 'Safe
People, Safe Places'
messages parents are
encouraged to teach their
children include:

· Make sure your
parents or another adult you
know knows where you are at
all times.

· Always walk
straight home or to the
place you are walking to.

· Know where safe
places are - a shop, service
station, police station,
library or school. If you
are ever frightened, you
should go to one of these
places and ask them to call
the police.

· Learn about safe
adults you can look for and
talk to if you need help -
police officers, teachers at
school, adults you know and
trust.

· Don't talk to
people you don't know and
never get into a car with
someone you don't know. If a
car stops on the side of the
road and you don't know the
person inside, do not stop.

· If you are scared
and can use a phone, call
000 and tell them you are
scared.

Police seek help after man
approached young boy -
Inverell

NSW Police are seeking
public assistance after a
nine-year-old boy was
approached in the State's
north.

About 4:35pm on Tuesday
(June 9) a man approached
the boy at the intersection
of Byron and Otho Streets,
Inverell, and took him by
the hand and led him across
the street.

Once across the street the
child became fearful and
pulled away from the man,
who again took the boy by
the hand and attempted to
lead him away.

The child again pulled away
and walked to a nearby
supermarket.

It is alleged the man the
man followed the boy before
leaving. The boy relayed the
incident to his mother, who
then notified police.
Police have been following a
number of lines of
investigation and have now
released CCTV images of a
man who they believe may be
able to assist them with
their inquiries.

The man is described as
20-30 years old with an
olive complexion, of thin
build and 170-175
centimetres tall.

He was wearing a beanie with
blue and grey stripes,
grey/brown knit jumper,
grey/browncargo pants
and white socks with black
thongs.

Anyone with information is
asked to called Inverell
Police via Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, police are
reminding parents to
emphasise the 'Safe People
Safe Places' messages with
their children. These
include:

· Talking to their
children about where they
should go if something
happens including a shop or
supermarket, service
station, police station or
school.

· Parents should
reinforce to their children
that under no circumstances
they should leave a safe
place or get into a car with
a person they do not know

Two children reportedly
approached by man - Cessnock

2009-05-24 05:23:36

NSW Police
are appealing for public
assistance after two
children were allegedly
approached by a man in
Cessnock yesterday
afternoon.

About 2pm (Saturday 23 May)
an eight-year-old boy and a
nine-year-old girl were
playing in parkland on
Alkira Avenue when a man
approached them.

It is alleged
the man offered the children
money before they both got
into his vehicle, described
as a silver two door utility
with a metal tray and blue
tarpaulin on the rear.

It is further alleged the
man exposed himself to the
girl before she exited the
car and reported the matter
to a group of adults nearby.

Police wish to speak to a
man who they believe may be
able to assist them with
their inquiries.

He has been described as
being aged between 30 and 40
with a tan complexion, large
build and short dark hair.
He was wearing black
sunglasses, a striped shirt,
shorts and brown boots.

This reported incident is a
timely reminder for parents
to reinforce the 'safe
people, safe places'
messages with their children
and children are urged not
to get into cars with
strangers.

Investigations into the
matter are continuing and
anyone who witnessed the
incident or who has
information which might be
able to assist police is
urged to contact Cessnock
Police on (02) 4991 0199 or
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333
000.

Man charged with
stalking/intimidation of
teenage girls - Maitland

2009-05-25 11:07:34

NSW Police from the Central
Hunter Local Area Command
charged a man with the
stalking/intimidation of
four teenage girls at
Maitland last week.

About 4pm on Wednesday 20
May, two 13-year-old girls
and two 15-year-old girls
attended Maitland Police
Station to report the
suspicious behaviour of a
man who had allegedly been
following them in his car.

Police will allege the man
firstly tried to follow the
girls when they alighted
from a bus but they were
able to flee into the nearby
Maitland Mall.

The two older girls have
told police they were then
followed near the Maitland
Railway Station.

Investigators viewed CCTV
footage from the area and
were able to identify a
vehicle.

On Thursday 21 May they
arrested a 28-year-old
Bellbird man who was taken
to Maitland Police Station.

The man was later charged
with stalking/intimidation x
4 and granted conditional
bail to appear at Maitland
Local Court on 22 June.

Police have appealed for
anyone with information
about this or similar
incidents to contact
Maitland Police on 02 4934
0200 or Crime Stoppers on 1
800 333 000.

Abduction, North Ipswich,
QLD:

Last updated
17/05/2009

A
quick-thinking father
prevented his toddler from
being abducted from the
front yard of their North
Ipswich home yesterday
afternoon. The pair was in
their yard about 5pm when a
car pulled up outside the
property. A man got out of
the car and picked up the
young boy, placing him in
the front seat of the
vehicle. The father
approached the man and was
able to remove his child
from the car before the
offender drove off. The
child was not injured in the
incident. The offender is
described as being about 35
years old, of Caucasian
appearance with brown hair.
He was wearing a red
long-sleeved t-shirt and had
a distinctive tattoo on his
right forearm, and was
driving a blue 1990’s model
Ford sedan. Anyone with
information which could
assist police with their
investigations should
contact Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Man in white van 'an urban
myth'

In
recent years, many media
reports about men in vans
attempting to snatch
children off the streets has
played on a parent's
greatest fear.

But criminologists say
most of the reports are
false, and the story about
the man in the white van has
become an urban myth.

They believe children
are far more likely to be
harmed by domestic violence
than by strangers.

Last month, a report
about two men in a van
attempting to abduct a
nine-year-old girl on the
New South Wales central
coast sent the media into a
frenzy.

Two days later, police
informed the media that the
attempted abduction report
was false, that the young
girl had made it up.

There was little media
interest in the
clarification. The Daily
Telegraph reported the story
was false on page nine.

"There's nothing more
frightening to a parent that
some complete stranger could
snatch their child and
inflict harm or murder the
child," said Dr Don
Weatherburn, the director of
the NSW Bureau of Crime
Statistics and Research.

"The media know that
and they exploit that."

During last
September's school holidays,
New South Wales police
received 30 reports about
attempted child abductions
in one week.

No child had
disappeared, but that did
not stop images of white
vans appearing on front
pages and on the television.

"Last Friday here in
Auburn, a 12-year-old girl
was being followed around by
a man in a white van," said
one television report. "Two
weeks ago in Tempe a girl
was being followed by two
men in white van, a bit
different to the other two
white vans."

Sydney mother-of-four
Natalie Morris lives in a
street where one of the
attempted child abductions
was reported to have taken
place.

Police were unable to
establish a case, but six
months after the story about
the attempted abduction Ms
Morris says parents and
children in her street are
still living in fear.

"There's a pit in your
stomach thinking I can't let
me kids walk next door
without me being there," she
said. "They've lost their
freedom and they've lost
trying to explore and be
little children."

Dr Weatherburn says
the media knows the vast
majority of reports about
men in white vans trying to
snatch children are false.

"They've got no
interest in telling people
subsequently that it was a
false report or that there
was no evidence that an
abduction took place," he
said.

"They're certainly not
interested in correcting
anything they got wrong at
the time, so people are left
with this after taste,
feeling that abduction is
extremely prevalent."

Ms Morris wants the
media to change the way it
reports child abduction
stories, especially during
the school holidays.

"I'd like to see the
truth," she said. "If it was
untrue, print something just
as big, just as bold, and
say that due to further
investigations it wasn't
true."

Police say they take
all claims of attempted
child abduction seriously,
but reports about men in
white vans often peak during
the school holidays.

The false reports also
waste valuable police
resources.

"It seems to be a
common theme, whether each
and every one is made up I
can't confirm because I
don't know what took place
at the scene," said
Detective Superintendent
John Kerlatec.

"But I can say that
there are several matters
that are totally false that
have involved white vans."

Forensic psychologist
Dr Christopher Lennings says
the urban myth about the man
in the van probably began
when the America's FBI
created of a profile for a
highly organised killer.

"And a typical profile
was a person who had duct
tape and a knife and
scissors and all that sort
of stuff and they could
drive people around in a van
with no windows and that
sort of thing," he said.

The FBI profile of the
man in a van was then picked
up by Hollywood movies, like
The Silence Of The Lambs.

Criminologists say
that children are far more
likely to be harmed by
domestic violence than by
strangers.

"The stranger danger
is grossly over emphasised
in the media," Dr
Weatherburn said.

"It's not interesting
for the media to know that
the majority of harm
inflicted on kids is by
parents or relations.

"The idea of the
stranger walking in and
abducting a child or
murdering a child is given
way too much emphasis, when
the prosaic reality is that
it's the people the child
knows who represent the
biggest threat."

Child
reportedly approached by man - Silverdale

2009-05-15 11:49:07

NSW Police are appealing for
public assistance after a young girl was
reportedly approached by a man in Sydney's west
yesterday.

Shortly before 5pm (Thursday 14 May) a
12-year-old girl was walking her dog at a
reserve in Dunbar Street, Silverdale, when she
noticed a man in a Toyota four-wheel-drive
gesturing for her to come toward him.

The girl started to run home before she noticed
the vehicle make a U-turn and drive back towards
her. The vehicle drove next to the girl and the
male driver spoke to her before she continued
running home.

The girl reported the incident to her parents
immediately and the incident was reported to
police.

A canvass of the local area was conducted and
police are investigating the incident.

Investigators are appealing for a man who might
be able to assist them with their inquiries.

He is described as being aged in his 50s or 60s,
with white/grey balding hair, overweight, pale
skin and greyish/blue eyes.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any
suspicious activity in the local area is urged
to contact St Marys Police on 9677 7499 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The reported incident has led police to again
encourage parents to reinforce the 'safe people,
safe places' message with their children.

Parents should reinforce to children that under
no circumstances should they get into a car with
a person they do not know.

They are also urged to discuss with their
children where they should go if something
happens, including a police station, shop,
service station or school.

Child approached-
St Marys

2009-05-14 05:30:23

St Marys detectives are investigating the
circumstances surrounding a child being
approached in Erskine Park this week.

The incident occurred about 3.15pm on Tuesday
May 12, when a 10-year-old boy was walking home
from school.

The boy was walking on Peppertree Drive when he
was approached by a man driving a red Toyota
Camry with tinted windows. The man reportedly
asked the boy to get into the car.

The boy refused and ran home.

Police were contacted and detectives are
investigating the matter.

The boy has described the man as being
white/European in appearance, aged between 20
and 30 years, and wearing a black jacket.

Police are appealing for anyone with information
about the incident, or any other incident
involving a vehicle with the same description,
to contact St Marys Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Boy sexually assaulted
after lured into bushes

Article from:

By
Rebekah Cavanagh

May 06, 2009 12:49pm

POLICE are hunting a man who lured a
six-year-old Territory boy into bushes and
sexually assaulted him.

Police said the boy was riding his bike home
after playing with friends when the unknown man
approached him near his Smith St home in Alice
Springs about 6.30pm on Monday.

The boy told his mother the man enticed him into
bushland where he then performed oral sex on him
and other sexual acts.

Police are appealing for assistance from the
public in helping to identify the man.

The alleged offender is described as being
of Aboriginal appearance and was wearing a dark
coloured long-sleeved shirt and black faded
jeans at the time of the assault.

Detectives are investigating the incident and
last night appealed to anyone who was in the
vicinity of the Lovegrove Drive and Smith St
intersection between 6pm and 6.30pm and who may
have seen the boy riding his bike in the area to
come forward.

Anyone with any information about the incident
or who saw a stranger acting suspiciously in the
area should phone police on 131 444 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police search underway for man at Berowra

2009-04-27 16:56:12

A police operation is currently underway at Berowra in Sydney's north-west.
About 2.45pm today, two 10-year-old boys were in the vicinity of a park in
Barnets Road.
One of the children went into nearby bushland, where he was allegedly approached
by a man.
The child ran from the bushland, and the two boys went home to alert parents.
Police were contacted and attended the scene.
A search is currently underway, utilising PolAir and the Dog Squad, for a man
who may be able to assist with inquiries.
He's described as having brown greying hair , a grey beard, and wearing glasses.
He was last seen wearing a purple football jersey with white sides.
Anyone with information about the man's current whereabouts is asked to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Triple Zero

Appeal for help to identify man following
alleged incident - Prospect

2009-04-14 09:19:01

Police are appealing for help to identify a man who is alleged to have
approached a group of children at basketball courts in Sydney's west yesterday.

About 1pm four children were playing at the courts in William Lawson Park, off
Myrtle Street in Prospect, when they were approached by a man.

Two boys, aged 11 and 12, have told police the man spoke with them before
allegedly touching one child on the arm and the other on the face.

The group of children started to walk from the location towards Myrtle Street
and were followed for a short distance by the man. The children alerted their
parents a short time later.

The alleged incident was reported to police last night, with officers attending
the location and carrying out a canvass of the neighbourhood.

Police from Blacktown Local Area Command are continuing their inquiries into the
incident and appealing for help to identify the man.

He has been described to police as being of African appearance, aged in his 30s,
with an obese build, fat stomach and shaved head.

Any members of the public in the vicinity of the park about 1pm yesterday, or
with information about the man's identity, are urged to contact Blacktown Police
Station on (02) 9671-9199 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being urged to reinforce the 'safe people, safe places'
message with their children.

Children should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station,
school, service station or shop if something happens.

Also, children should not get into a car with anyone they don't know.

Attempted abduction, Toowoomba

Last updated 30/03/2009

QLD Police have released a comfit of a
man who may be able to assist with police inquiries in relation to an
attempted abduction which occurred in Toowoomba on Friday, March 27.

About 4.30pm a 12-year-old boy was walking south along Mary Street, near
the intersection of Herries Street, East Toowoomba when a blue sedan drove
alongside him and slowed down.

The male driver of the car then wound down the passenger side window
and asked the boy if he needed a lift.

The boy has refused and kept walking. A few moments later the car
stopped ahead of the boy on Mary Street and the male driver got out and
stood at the front of the car.

As the boy walked past the car the man has reached out to grab the
boy. The boy has pushed and kicked the offender and run down Mary Street.

The offender has then left the area in an unknown direction.

The offender is described as being Caucasian in appearance, with a
fair complexion, approximately 180cm tall, with a thin build.

Police are also appealing for assistance to locate a vehicle believed
to have been involved in the incident. The vehicle is described as being an
older model, navy blue, four-door sedan, with a red stripe running from the
hinge of the front door to the end of the rear door. The vehicle is also
described as having shiny, star-shaped mag wheels and tinted electric
windows.

Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

*Could the car have looked like one of these?
Do you know someone who resembles the picture above and drives a car like
this?

Dad catches man in
daughter's bedroom; girl was naked

Article from:

Robyn Ironside

March 27, 2009
09:10am

A MAN
allegedly disturbed in a four-year-old
girl's bedroom by her father had removed her
clothes before jumping out of the window.

The man will face court today.

Police said the man was disturbed in
the girl's bedroom of their Kangaroo Point
home by her father about 11.30pm.

The child's clothes had been removed
but she was otherwise unharmed.

When he was disturbed, the man jumped
from the bedroom window and ran off but the
girl's father caught him and held on to him
until police arrived.

A 43-year-old man from Kangaroo Point
has been charged with entering with intent
and indecent treatment of a child.

He is due to appear in the Brisbane
Magistrate's Court today.

Attempted abduction, Eagleby: Last updated 23/03/2009

QLD Police are appealing for witnesses following the alleged attempted abduction of a woman in Eagleby. About 4.45pm on March 10, the woman was walking along Fryar Road when a white vehicle pulled up beside her. It is believed three men exited the vehicle and attempted to force her into the back of the car. A red vehicle also stopped across the road from her during the incident at which point a man confronted the trio, allowing her to escape. The three men then fled in their car. Police are particularly interested in speaking to the man in the red car who stopped to render assistance to the woman. Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Appeal for information over school incident - Woollahra

2009-03-18 21:23:44

NSW Police from Rose Bay are investigating an incident involving a student outside a school in Woollahra this afternoon.

Police have been told a man was seen about 2.55pm to take a five-year-old girl by the hand and walk away from the school in Forth Street.

The girl's nanny challenged the man, who then left the scene without further incident. The child was not injured.The nanny contacted police some hours later and an investigation began.

Police have released a description of a man they believe may be able to assist with inquiries.

The man is described as being of Asian appearance, about 60 years old, and 165cm tall.

"The situation could have a simple explanation and we are keen to hear from anyone within information about the incident," Supt Sicard said.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or has information relevant to the investigation, is asked to contact Rose Bay Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police will be speaking with school staff tomorrow.

Appeal for information after boy approached - Raymond Terrace

2009-03-18 05:21:26

Raymond Terrace (NSW) Police are reminding local parents to talk about "safe people and safe places" with their children after a 10-year-old boy was approached by a man and woman in a red sedan.

About 7pm on Monday (16 March), the boy was riding his bike along Mount Hall Road when the chain came off his bike. He stopped at the intersection of Watt Street to begin repairs.

A man and woman travelling in a red sedan have stopped near the boy and have offered him a lift. The boy has refused and told police the man has grabbed his wrist and tried to drag him to the sedan.

The 10-year-old has broken free and ran from the area. He told police the man was of Aboriginal appearance, with black/brown short hair and a short beard. The man was aged between 30-40 years, 180cm tall and wearing a gold watch.

The female was described as being of white/European appearance with medium length blonde hair with a stud in her nose.

The boy told police the red sedan had a NSW number plate believed to be similar to VVT-645

Raymond Terrace Police are appealing to anyone who might be able to identify the car or the people inside it to contact them via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. All information will be treated confidentially.

Port Stephens Local Area Command Inspector Dave Matthews said it was a good idea for parents to talk to children about good places to go if they feel unsafe or something happens.

"These places could include a shop, service station, police station or school. Children should learn to identify safe places by common signs," Inspector Matthews said.

"Parents are urged to reinforce to children that under no circumstances should they get into a car with a person they do not know.

"Children should also learn to identify who are safe adults - these might include teachers and police officers.

"Families are also encouraged to have set rules about safety and discuss them regularly."

Thursday 12-Mar-2009 (1720 hrs CST)

Stranger Danger Reminder – Incident in Moil

Northern Territory Police are reminding parents to talk to children about ‘Stranger Danger’ following a report of two incidents in a park in Moil.

This morning, 4 children have reported that a stranger has indecently exposed himself to them twice on both 10 March and 11 March between 3.30pm and 3.40pm.

Police received the report this morning from the Principle of Moil Primary School immediately after she received the report from the children involved. Following searches of the surrounding area, Police have been unable to locate anyone matching the description of the alleged offender. He is described as Caucasian male in late teenage years, tall with straight, short brown hair. He was wearing a black t-shirt and blue/black shorts. Territory Duty Superintendent, Jamie Chalker said while every effort will continue to find the alleged offender, this is a timely reminder for parents to reiterate the ‘Stranger Danger’ message to their children,

“It is important that any such incidents are reported to Police immediately and I would encourage all parents across the Territory to sit down with their children and remind them of the four ‘R’s: Recognise the danger Refuse any offer Run away Report it to the first person they feel safe with. “These incidents occurred in a public place, away from school premises. However, Moil Primary School is working closely with the School Based Constable and is actively involved in reinforcing the ‘Stranger Danger’ message.” Supt Chalker said.

Northern Territory Police have not ruled out a possible connection between this incident and an unlawful entry and indecent assault which occurred on Harmanis Street, Wanguri early on Wednesday morning. However, both incidents will continue to be investigated as a priority.

Anyone with information in relation to either of these incidents or who may have seen someone matching the description in the Moil area around 3.30pm on 10 and 11 March or the Wanguri area between 1am and 7am on 11 March should contact Police immediately on 131 444.

Image of man released after girl approached – Lake Macquarie

Tuesday, 03 Mar 2009 02:17pm

Lake Macquarie, NSW police have released a comfit image of a man that may be able to assist with their investigation into an incident at Floraville near Newcastle yesterday.

About 10.20am on Monday 2 March a 12-year-old girl entered a toilet block in a school on Floraville Road at Floraville.

Police have been told that a man was inside the toilet block when the girl entered. The man allegedly spoke to the girl before grabbing her on the arm. The girl fought with the man before running away and raising the alarm with a teacher.

The girl was not injured in the incident.

The man fled the scene and ran into bushland near the school.

Police were called and the school was placed into lock down while the area was searched.

A crime scene was established and inquiries into the incident are continuing.

Investigators are appealing for information about a man who might be able to assist with inquiries. A comfit image of a man police would like to speak to has now been released.

The man is described as being aged in his mid to late 30’s, about 183cm tall, of white/European appearance with black shoulder length wavy hair. The man also had a beer belly and markings on his arms and legs. At the time of the incident he was wearing a red t’shirt with the word ‘Nike’ in black writing, 3/4 denim shorts and white runners.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident, or who saw the man in the vicinity of Floraville Road, to contact Lake Macquarie Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being urged to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children.

Children should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens.

Did you help the young girl at Engadine? Police ask park goers

Tuesday, 03 Mar 2009 02:05pm

NSW Police are appealing to any Good Samaritans who stopped to help a young girl at Engadine to contact them.

It will be alleged the girl was with a male who was acting suspiciously near a children’s playground in vicinity of Prestons Oval and Cooper Park on the Princes Highway during the afternoon of 23 January.

A teenage male was charged with sexual assault (child over 10 and less than 14), committing an act of indecency (person under 16) and inciting a person under 16 to commit an act of indecency. He will appear before a Sydney children’s court on 5 March.

Investigators from the Kogarah Joint Investigation Response Team (JIRT) have been continuing their inquiries into the alleged incident on 23 January.

Joint Investigation Response Squad Commander, Detective Superintendent Linda Howlett, said police hoped to identify the people who stopped to help the girl at the park.

“Their information could be vital in progressing lines of inquiry relevant to the investigation.” Detective Superintendent Howlett said.

Anyone that can assist with this investigation is asked to contact Kogarah Joint Investigation Respsonse Team via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Man charged with intimidation offences against schoolgirls — St Marys

Wednesday, 18 Feb 2009 05:28am

A man will appear in Penrith court later today after allegedly intimidating three schoolgirls at Colyton yesterday.

Police will allege that about 3pm, the man was driving his vehicle in a northerly direction along Hewitt Street.

There he observed three 13-year-old girls from a nearby school.

The man has allegedly stared at the schoolgirls whilst making inappropriate facial gestures.

The 76-year-old St Clair man was charged with two counts of intimidation and breach of bail.

He remains in police custody and will appear at the Penrith Local Court later today.

Possible attempted abduction, Ipswich

Last updated 05/02/2009

Public assistance is sought following the possible attempted abduction of a 14-year-old girl from Ipswich QLD last night.

About 7pm, the girl was jogging down Montauben Street, East Ipswich when a red or maroon coloured vehicle carrying two men, drove down the street from the opposite direction and stopped adjacent to her.

The man in the passenger seat told her to get in the car but the girl said no and continued jogging.

The passenger then opened the rear door of car and more aggressively repeated for the girl to get in the car. Again the girl refused and ran home.

The car is described as a red or maroon 1994 or 1995 model EF/EL Ford Falcon sedan with the clear coating lifting and flaking on the body. The rear passenger side hub-cap is reported to be missing from the vehicle.

Reminder to stay safe following assault incident – North Shore

Tuesday, 03 Feb 2009 04:05pm

Police are urging people, particularly young women, to remain alert and stay safe when walking around at night following an incident on Sydney’s North Shore.

About 8:10pm last night a 16-year-old girl was waiting for a bus on Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove, after being accompanied to the bus stop by a friend.

Police have been told that moments after her friend left the bus stop, the teenager was approached from behind by a male wielding a knife who allegedly struck her across the back of her head after forcing her to walk a short distance.

As a result, the girl became dazed and confused. A short time later, the girl awoke in a nearby park on the corner of Best and Penrose Streets, believing she had been assaulted.

Police were alerted and the teenager was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital for examination and treatment for her injuries.

Investigators have today spoken with the girl who said the man spoke with an Australian accent.

Detective Superintendent Terence Dalton, North Shore Local Area Commander, is urging people to be mindful of their own safety.

“I do not want to alarm anyone or cause people to be fearful. Simply, I want to remind people to be cautious and aware of their surroundings and safety,” Superintendent Dalton said.

“My advice to everyone, no matter what area you are in, is to make sure you walk with others if possible, and to stay in well lit areas.

“Young women especially should not walk alone at night, particularly through back streets or parkways. If you are alone, do not walk with headphones on and proceed to a safe place to ask for help if you notice anyone acting suspiciously.

“Let others know your movements and alert them when you arrive at your destination safely.”

Detectives from North Shore Local Area Command are investigating yesterday’s incident.

They urge anyone who may have information in relation to the incident, or who may have witnessed the incident, to contact Chatswood Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Alleged schoolgirl stalker's grubby past, on sex assault charges

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By David Barrett

January 29, 2009 03:57pm

A MAN charged after allegedly intimidating young girls in Sydney's north west was out on bail for serious sexual assault charges allegedly committed against children, a court has heard.

Nathan David Grace, of Beaumont Hills, faced Hornsby Local Court this afternoon.

The 26-year-old has been charged with four counts of intimidation after his arrest late yesterday.

Police allege Mr Grace approached a 17-year-old girl at Galston, a 12-year-old girl at Cherrybrook, and three 15-year-old girl sat Pennant Hills yesterday in the space of an hour.

Mr Grace represented himself in court today and applied for bail.

He told the court that while he had spoken to the girls, he did not leave his car or "harrass, intimidate or ask them to come in to the car".

Police prosecutor Acting Seargent Jason Clarke opposed bail.

He told the court Mr Grace was currently on bail for "a very serious matter".

Police facts reveal Mr Grace was arrested on October 1 last year and charged with having sexual intercourse with a person under 16, two counts of aggravated sexual assault and one count of inciting a young person to commit an act of indecency.

Magistrate Les Brennan opposed bail.

Police appeal for information after man approaches girls – Wollongong

Thursday, 29 Jan 2009 05:39am

NSW Police are appealing for information following reports of a man approaching two young girls on three separate occasions in Wollongong earlier this week.

About 7.30pm yesterday the girls, aged 10 and 12, were playing in the backyard of a Wilga Street house in Corrimal, when they noticed an unknown man looking through the fence.

One of the girls recognised him as the same man who approached her and the same friend twice two days earlier.

The man is described as of fair complexion, about 45 to 50 years of age, of thin build, about 180 to 185cm tall, balding with white/grey hair at the back and a distinctive nose and large ears.

Anyone with information relating the man described is urged to contact Wollongong Police on (02)42267899 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Man charged after young females approached – Eastwood

Thursday, 29 Jan 2009 05:36am

A man faces court today in relation to three separate reports of intimidation of young females in Sydney’s north west yesterday.

About 12.50pm a 17-year-old female was walking along Galston Road in Galston when she was approached by unknown man in a dark green sedan. The man struck up a conversation with the teenager and made a suggestive comment.

About 1.30pm a 12-year-old girl was walking north on Macquarie Drive in Cherrybrook when she was approached, on two separate occasions, by an unknown man in a dark-coloured sedan. On both occasions the man asked the girl for directions to the Cherrybrook shopping centre and asked if she would like a ride.

About 1.45pm three 15-year-old girls were walking along Loftus Road in Pennant Hills when they were approached by an unknown man in a green Holden Commodore sedan. The man drove past the teenagers and pulled over just ahead of them. He then asked the girls if they would like to go to the beach, causing the trio to run from the scene.

A 26-year-old Beaumont Hills man has been arrested in relation to the incident and charged with two counts of intimidation. He has been bail refused to appear at Hornsby Local Court today.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incidents described above or with information relating to the matter is urged to contact Eastwood Police on 9858-5944 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Vic police searching for sexual predator

Posted Mon Jan 19, 2009 9:49am AEDT

Victorian Police are appealing for information about a sexual predator who has been exposing himself to children in Melbourne's south-east for six years.

Police believe the man has committed more than 90 offences including two sexual assaults on young girls.

The attacks took place in suburbs between Caulfield, Mt Waverly and Springvale and date back to January 2003.

Detective Inspector Paul O'Halloran says the man is aged in his 40s or 50s, has grey-black hair and wears cycling shorts and wraparound sunglasses.

"This man rides a bicycle, he will cruise residential streets, he targets young girls under the age of 10," he said.

"He'll ride past the girls, he then doubles back and ensures they're not in adult company. He then attempts to engage in conversation with the girls and during the conversation then exposes himself."

Detective Inspector O'Halloran says the man was recently injured when the relatives of three girls he had exposed himself to in Springvale, tried to detain him.

"We see this as a golden opportunity that we may be able to identify this person," he said.

"A graze to below his right eye, bruising to his eyes, grazing to his elbows and other injuries and possible medical attention he has sought will give us an opportunity to identify the man. "

Girl approached by man - Lake Conjola

Tuesday, 30 Dec 2008 05:35am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a girl was approached by a man south of Sydney on the weekend.

About 8.15pm on Sunday 28 December a 16-year-old girl was sitting on the side of Lake Conjola Entrance Road at Lake Conjola when a man in a bright orange ford falcon sedan stopped beside her.

The man allegedly spoke to the girl before he grabbed her on the arm. The girl pulled away from the man and was assisted by on-lookers.

Police were called and conducted a search of the area.

Investigators are appealing for a man who might be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as being of Middle Eastern/ Mediterranean in appearance, aged between 20 and 25, with short dark hair, olive complexion and a muscular build. He also spoke with an accent. At the time of the incident the man was wearing a bandanna which covered his face from the nose down and a light blue t-shirt with pink writing across the chest.

The man’s car is described as being a Ford Falcon sedan, EA or EB model. It was bright orange and had a body kit and rear spoiler, silver chrome mag wheels, gauges on the driver’s side dash board and a prominent dent on the rear bumper on the passenger’s side. The car also had black and white NSW registration plates with the last character being the letter ‘x’.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident, or who saw the man or the orange falcon in the vicinity of Lake Conjola Entrance Road to contact Shoalhaven Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being urged to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children.

Children should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens.

Police are appealing for help to locate a man who exposed himself before assaulting a girl on Sydney’s North Shore earlier today.

About 10.30am a woman and three children arrived at a school on Tryon Road, East Lindfield.

When the woman and her three-year-old daughter stepped out of sight of the two other children for a short time, the young girls were approached by a man.

The two girls, aged four and eight, have told police the man exposed himself to the pair. When the eight-year-old girl ran away the man is alleged to have followed and grabbed her, before leaving the area on his BMX bike.

The woman and the children returned home and reported the incident to police, who conducted a patrol of the area.

A canvass was also carried out of the neighbourhood, seeking witnesses to the incident.

Investigators are appealing for help to identify the man, who has been described to police as being of white/European appearance, aged in his early 20s, with a thin build and short brown hair.

At the time he was wearing a mustard-coloured T-shirt and pants, and a mustard-coloured bike helmet.

Members of the public who know the man’s identity, or with any information about the incident, are urged to contact Chatswood Police Station on (02) 9414-8499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Attempted child abduction, Kamerunga Road - Aeroglen

Cairns (QLD) Detectives are investigating an incident that occurred at about 9.30am on Saturday December 6 2008 as a child has walked along Kamerunga Road, Aeroglen. It is believed the suspect depicted in the comfit pulled along side the child in his vehicle and told the child to get into the vehicle. The child refused and kept walking before the man got out of the vehicle and tried to grab him. The child has run to a nearby house and raised the alarm. The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged 25 – 40-years-old, tanned complexion, brown hair, medium build and about 180cm tall. His vehicle is described as: Silver sedan with five spoke rims in the shape of a star, with a partial registration with a 6, 4 and J. Cairns Detectives are encouraging anyone with information about this incident to contact them urgently Cairns Police on 4030 7000 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Girl approached by man – Maianbar

Thursday, 11 Dec 2008 05:26am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a school girl was approached by a man in Sydney’s south yesterday.

About 4.45pm a 12-year-old girl was walking along Kara Karook Road at Maianbar. When the girl neared an access point to a fire-trail on the road she noticed a red two-door hatchback parked on the road.

A man inside the car allegedly spoke to the girl before he grabbed her on the arm.

The girl pulled away from the man and ran away to a friend’s house before contacting her mother.

Police were called and conducted a search of the area.

Investigators are appealing for a man who might be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as white European in appearance, aged in his late 30s or early 40s, with thinning greyish/brown hair.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident, or who saw the man or the red hatchback in the vicinity of Kara Karook Road to contact Sutherland Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being urged to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children.

Children should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens.

It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from school by an adult. If this is not possible, they should walk in groups with other children.

Update – possible attempted abduction, Raceview: Police have released a comfit of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries in relation to a possible attempted abduction at Raceview on Sunday: A 13-year-old girl told police she was walking along Rumsey Drive between 11.30 and 11.50am when a vehicle pulled up alongside her. The male driver asked her to get into the vehicle and opened up the passenger door. The girl ran away and the man started to follow her but stopped after his vehicle began to roll down a hill. The girl went to a nearby residence known to her where police were called. The man is described as Caucasian, 180cm tall, with a fair complexion and shaven fair hair. He has a thin build and a red facial complexion. He was driving a light blue faded older model EA or EB Ford Falcon station wagon. Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Last updated 08/12/2008

Possible attempted abduction, Raceview: 07/12/2008

QLD Police are appealing for assistance following a possible attempted abduction at Raceview this morning. A 13-year-old girl told police she was walking along Rumsey Drive between 11.30 and 11.50am when a vehicle pulled up alongside her. The male driver asked her to get into the vehicle and opened up the passenger door. The girl ran away and the man started to follow her but stopped after his vehicle began to roll down a hill. The girl went to a nearby residence known to her where police were called. The man is described as Caucasian, 180cm tall, with a fair complexion and shaven fair hair. He has a thin build and a red facial complexion. He was driving a light blue faded older model EA or EB Ford Falcon station wagon. Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Girl approached by man - Mascot

Tuesday, 02 Dec 2008 11:14am

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a school girl was approached by a man in Sydney’s south east last week.

About 3.15pm on Friday 28 November a 12-year-old girl was walking home from school along Horner Avenue, Mascot, when she was approached by a male.

The male got out of a maroon coloured utility with a German Shepherd dog in the front seat and allegedly grabbed the girl on the arm in an attempt to take her with him.

The girl pulled away from the male and ran away to a friend’s house before contacting her mother.

The matter was reported to police yesterday (Monday 1 December) and investigators are appealing for a man who might be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as Middle Eastern/Mediterranean in appearance, aged about 30, with short brown hair, half a beard to the lower face and freckles.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident, or who saw the male or the utility in the vicinity of Horner Avenue to contact Mascot Police on 8338 7399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, parents are being urged to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children.

Children should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens.

It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from school by an adult. If this is not possible, they should walk in groups with other children.

Investigations conclude into alleged abduction attempt - Goulburn

Friday, 05 Dec 2008 12:04pm

Police have concluded inquiries into allegations by an 11-year-old girl that she was approached by two men at Goulburn in the state’s Southern Tablelands earlier in the week.

The child alleged that about 8.40am on Monday (1 December 2008), she was walking in Sloane Street when two men reportedly put her into the back of a van described as being white-coloured with two pink stripes on the side.

The girl initially told investigators she managed to escape unharmed and ran 500 metres to school where she advised authorities.

Police immediately searched the area, stopping a number of vehicles, however, no vehicle matching the description given by the child was found.

The child was reinterviewed by investigators yesterday (Thursday 4 December 2008) and as a result, inquiries into the alleged abduction incident have concluded.

Police seek information over attempted child abduction in Casino

December 2, 2008

About 4.05pm on Monday 1st December 2008 an adult male attempted to forcibly take a 12-year-old boy from the rear of the Casino Plaza in Simpson Parade, Casino, police said.

“Casino Detectives wish to identify a male who may be able to assist police in this investigation,” police said.

“He is described as being of Aboriginal in appearance, dark complexion, approximately 50 years of age, 160 to 165 centimetres tall, stocky build with short grey receding hair.

“He was last seen wearing blue denim jeans and red coloured short-sleeved shirt.

“The male was last seen in Simpson Parade at the time of the incident driving an early-model blue single-cab utility with black and gold registration plates.

“An elderly female was also seated in the vehicle. The vehicle was last sighted travelling north along Hickey Street, Casino.”

Any information, please contact Casino Police Station on 66-620029 or Crime Stoppers on 1800-333-000.

Girl reportedly approached by two men - Goulburn

Monday, 01 Dec 2008 01:44pm

NSW Police are conducting inquiries after an 11-year-old girl was reportedly approached by two men at Goulburn in the state’s Southern Tablelands.

About 8.40am today (Monday 1 December 2008), the child was walking in Sloane Street when two men reportedly put her into the back of a van which has been described as being white-coloured with two pink stripes on the side.

The girl managed to escape unharmed and reportedly ran 500 metres to school where she advised authorities.

Police immediately searched the area, stopping a number of vehicles, however, no vehicle matching the description given by the child was found.

At this time, there have been no other reports of missing children in the Goulburn Local Area Command.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the alleged incident, or who saw person/s acting suspiciously in Sloane Street at about 8.40am today, to contact Goulburn Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meantime, parents are being urged to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children.

Children should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens.

They should also be warned not to get into a car with a person they do not know under any circumstance.

PORT KENNEDY ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION

24 November 2008

Rockingham (WA) Detectives are seeking witnesses or information on a suspicious man who
attempted to get a 12 year old boy into his car on Friday morning in Port Kennedy.
At around 7.30am on 21 November 2008, the boy alighted from a bus at the Warnbro Sound
Avenue bus stop, located adjacent to Bayonne Gardens.
He crossed the road heading towards San Sebastian Boulevard before walking east and
entering into Trevino Drive.
As he was walking on the left hand side of the road, a man pulled up in an old white four
wheel drive and asked the boy to get into the car. When the boy declined, the man pulled
forward and parked ahead of him. He spoke to him again, but this time in an aggressive
manner.
The boy ran to his school nearby and alerted staff. He noted that the car carried out a three
point turn and travelled down Trevino Drive and onto San Sebastian Boulevard, before
disappearing.
The driver of the car is described as being aged in the 40s or 50s, with a slim older face, and
with black and greying hair. He was wearing a lime coloured checked short sleeve shirt and
jeans.
His car is described as being an older model large four wheel drive, with a silver single bull
bar at the front. It had black door handles, a black rear bumper and a black fabric spare
wheel cover.
The boy’s primary school has alerted parents and families via letter. Police are conducting
further inquiries and have increased patrols in the area.

Girl approached - Ashfield

Monday, 24 Nov 2008 10:43pm

Police are appealing for witnesses after a girl was approached by a man at Ashfield this afternoon.

About 3.45pm, the 14-year-old girl was walking home from school along Victoria Street when she noticed two men sitting in a parked car next to Yeo Park.

One of the men got out of the car, approached the girl and tried to grab her arm. The girl punched him in the stomach and ran to some nearby trees to hide.

The two men then drove from the scene in their navy two-door sedan with red p-plates attached.

The girl was not hurt and reported the incident to police about 6.30pm.

The first man is described as having a tanned complexion and was wearing a black baseball cap.

The second man also had a tanned complexion, muscular build, bald/shaved head, about 168cm tall, with a small scar near his mouth on the left side of his face and was wearing dark blue jeans and white sneakers.

Anyone who knows the identity of the two males should immediately contact Ashfield Police via Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

Children should be urged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens. They should also be warned not to get into a car with a person they do not know under any circumstance.

Two teenage boys approached by man - Mortdale

Monday, 24 Nov 2008 10:39pm

Police in Sydney’s south are investigating a report two teenage boys were approached by an unknown man at Mortdale this afternoon.

About 3.15pm two 14-year-old boys were walking south along Park Street, Mortdale, when an unknown man approached them in a red sedan.

It is alleged the man offered the boys a lift and they refused.

The man drove away and was last seen turning left into Judd Street.

One of the boys notified his parents who reported the incident to police.

Police are appealing for a man who might be able to assist them with their inquiries.

He is described as white/European in appearance, aged about 50-55.

Inquiries into the incident are continuing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in the Park Street area yesterday afternoon is urged to contact Hurstville Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to reinforce the ‘Safe people, safe places’ message with their children.nnChildren should be urged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens. They should also be warned not to get into a car with a person they do not know under any circumstance.

Teenage girl approached by unknown man – Collaroy Plateau

Monday, 24 Nov 2008 08:12am

Police on Sydney’s Northern Beaches are investigating a report a teenage girl was approached by an unknown man at Collaroy Plateau at the weekend.

The 14-year-old girl was walking south along Veterans’ Parade about 2.30pm on Saturday (22 November) when an unknown man driving a maroon van pulled up on the opposite side of the road and offered her a ride home. The teenager rejected the man’s offer and continued walking along the street.

The man drove from scene before returning a short time later, stopping the vehicle in front of the girl and again asking her if she wanted a lift. She again declined and the man left the area.

The girl returned home and immediately reported the incident to her mother but police from Northern Beaches Local Area Command weren’t contacted until just before 8pm yesterday (Sunday 23 November).

The man’s been described to police as being of Middle Eastern/Mediterranean appearance, aged in his mid 40s, with black shoulder-length hair and full beard without a moustache. He was driving a maroon van with a side sliding door and green ‘P’ plates at the time of the incident.

Inquiries into the incident are continuing. Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in the Veterans’ Parade area on Saturday afternoon is urged to contact Dee Why Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to reinforce the ‘Safe people, safe places’ message with their children.nnChildren should be urged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens. They should also be warned not to get into a car with a person they do not know under any circumstance.

Child reportedly
approached by unknown
man - Heckenberg

Wednesday, 19 Nov
2008 05:18am

NSW Police are
conducting inquiries
after a schoolboy was
reportedly approached by
an unknown man at
Heckenberg, in Sydney’s
south-west.

The 11-year-old boy was
walking north along
Bolinda Street about
3.30pm yesterday
(Tuesday 18 November)
when a white Holden
Commodore station wagon
with tinted windows
pulled up alongside him.

A short time later, the
child heard a person
running up behind him
and felt them tug on the
back of his shirt.

The boy managed to run
home and report the
incident to his father.
They attended Green
Valley Police Station
shortly after and
reported the incident.

Detectives from Green
Valley Local Area
Command are
investigating the
incident. They’ve been
told there were two men
in the station wagon
that stopped near the
schoolboy.

The driver has not been
described; however,
police have been told
the passenger was of
white/European
appearance, aged in his
late 20s, 180cm tall
with a medium build,
short straight black
hair with a rat’s tail,
and a large scratch or
similar on his left
lower leg. He was last
seen wearing a
red/maroon shirt, denim
shorts and runners, and
had a diamond-type
earring in his left ear.

Meanwhile, this latest
reported incident has
again led police to urge
parents to reinforce the
‘Safe people, safe
places’ message with
their children. Children
should be encouraged by
their parents to attend
a police station,
school, service station
or shop if something
happens. They should
also be warned not to
get into a car with a
person they do not know
under any circumstance.

Anyone who witnessed
the Heckenberg incident
or has information that
might assist
investigators is urged
to contact Green Valley
Police Station or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333
000.

Monday
24-Nov-2008 (1349 hrs CST)Attempted abduction -
Millner

NT Police are calling for witnesses
in relation to an attempted abduction that occurred
on Saturday 22 November.

Police received a report of an alleged attempted
abduction of a 10-year-old girl at approximately
1:00 pm on the corner of Rapid Creek Road and Burden
Place in Millner.

The victim was riding her bike along Rapid Creek Rd
when she was approached by a male who was driving a
silver sedan.
The male allegedly stopped his vehicle and asked the
girl if she would get into his car, to which she
refused.

The girl quickly rode off and returned home where
she reported the matter to her parents, who then
contacted Police.

The vehicle is described as an older style dirty,
silver four door sedan, believed to be similar to
that of a Mitsubishi Lancer.

The alleged offender is described to be of Asian
appearance, short black hair, average build and in
his 20’s.

Constable Julie Frost of the Major Crime Unit said
"It is great to see young children following the
advice of their parents when confronted with a
situation such as this and reporting these matters
through to police".

Anyone with any information in this matter is urged
to call Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.

Police seek man after girl
assaulted – Roseville

Tuesday, 18 Nov 2008
05:30am

NSW Police from the North Shore Local Area Command
have appealed to the public for information after a
girl was assaulted by a man yesterday on Sydney’s
north shore.

About 3.15pm on Monday, 17 November several young
girls were walking towards Roseville Railway Station
along Hill Street at Roseville.

Near the entrance to the railway station a man who
was walking in front of the three girls, stopped,
turned and walked towards the group.

As he walked past the girls he allegedly touched one
girl inappropriately and continued walking south in
Hill Street.

The 13-year-old girl was not injured during the
incident and police were alerted and attended
conducting a search of the area for the man without
success.

The man has been described as being of
white/European appearance, tanned, between 40 and
50-years-old.

He was about 178cm tall, with scruffy, curly-brown
hair and wearing a white polo shirt, brown shorts
and brown sandals.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked
to contact Chatswood Police on 9414 8499 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

November 18th 2008

ABC Radio

QLD Police are calling for witnesses to
an attempted child abduction in Townsville in north
Queensland last night.

They are searching for a man in his 40s who allegedly
tried to persuade a 14-year-old girl into his car outside a
Garbutt fast food outlet about 6:30pm AEST.

The man is described as being 185 centimetres tall,
with a slim build, a tanned complexion and short, brown hair
and was seen driving a silver utility with fishing rod
holders at the front.

Boy accosted by man in Albion Park Rail

BY JODIE MINUS - Illawarra Mercury

10/11/2008 4:00:00 AM

Lake Illawarra Police are urging parents to reinforce the stranger danger message to their kids following two incidents over the past week in which a man with a goatee beard and white ute approached children.

Both incidents occurred within a 2km radius at Albion Park Rail and targeted a 12-year-old boy and a seven-year-old girl.

About 8pm on Friday, the boy was riding his bicycle home along the Princes Hwy at Albion Park Rail when he noticed a man with a goatee standing amongst some trees between the road and the footpath.

On the opposite side of the road another man was sitting in a white trayback utility vehicle with aluminium toolboxes, with its hazard lights on.

The bearded man approached the boy and said he needed to speak with him, but the boy refused and rode home to tell his mother about the incident. The ute's number plates were concealed with black plastic.

The boy's experience followed a similar incident on Tuesday about 5pm when a seven-year-old girl was standing on the footpath of Coachwood Dr, Albion Park Rail. The girl saw a white trayback utility vehicle with aluminium toolboxes enter the street, do a U-turn and stop across the road. The driver began to get out of the ute and called the girl over, but she ran and told a family member who immediately contacted police.

Lake Illawarra duty officer Inspector Bryan Rugg said detectives from the Lake Illawarra Command were investigating the approaches, which they said were linked.

"We would appreciate parental vigilance and obviously to ensure their children are aware of stranger danger," Insp Rugg said.

The man is described as being of white, European appearance, 30 to 40 years of age, with long side burns and a goatee. He was wearing a black beanie, black jumper, track pants and possibly had a light blue bum bag.

The ute is a two-door model, approximately five to 10 years old, with an aluminium tray with no side or rails and it had blue and yellow rope hanging on a coil.

Children approached – Wiley Park

Thursday, 13 Nov 2008 05:28am

Police are appealing for public assistance after three boys were approached in Sydney’s south-west yesterday afternoon.

About 4pm three boys, aged 11 and 12, were walking on Denman Avenue, Wiley Park, after leaving school grounds.

The boys have said a man began yelling and gesturing at them to go to him before they ran down Denman Avenue towards Tucker Street.

They reported that the man then got into an unknown vehicle and began following them before they ran into a block of units in Tucker Street.

One of the boy’s parents contacted the school who subsequently reported the matter to police.

Officers now want to hear from anyone who might have witnessed the incident or have information that could assist them.

The man is described as being of Pacific Islander appearance, aged 30-40 years, about 170cm tall and with a solid build. He had tanned skin, short black hair and was clean-shaven.

Police have been told the man was wearing black shorts, a red T-shirt, a yellow safety vest, a black baseball cap with red writing on it and black boots.

The children were unable to provide a description of the car the man was driving.

Anyone who can assist police is urged to phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police are also reminding parents to talk to their children about safe places to go if they feel threatened.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a teenage girl was allegedly approached by a man in the Hunter Valley area yesterday afternoon.

At 3.50pm the 16-year-old girl was walking along Mount Hall Road, Raymond Terrace, when a white sedan stopped near her in the vicinity of the Pacific Highway overpass.

The girl told police a man exited the vehicle and approached her before she ran home and reported the incident to her mother. The matter was then reported to detectives.

A man later spoke with detectives at Raymond Terrace Police Station before being released pending further inquiries.

Police are now appealing for anyone who was in the vicinity of Mount Hall Road at the time of the incident to contact them at Raymond Terrace Police Station on 4983 0599 or via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

11-year-old approached by unknown man – Campbelltown

Tuesday, 11 Nov 2008 01:28pm

Police in Sydney’s south-west are conducting inquiries after a schoolboy was reportedly approached by a man at Campbelltown.

About 8:50am yesterday (Monday 10 November), the 11-year-old was walking to school from Campbelltown Railway Station when a male in white Toyota van, which he had earlier seen parked opposite Campbelltown Courthouse, called out to him as he was in the vicinity of Queen Street.

The youth continued walking to school where he reported the incident to staff.

Police from Campbelltown Local Area Command are conducting inquiries into the reported incident.

Parents are being reminded to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children. They’re urged to discuss with their children where they should go if something happens, including a police station, shop, service station or school.
It should be stressed to children under no circumstances should they get into a car with a person they do not know.

Anyone with information about the reported incident at Campbelltown is asked to contact Campbelltown Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

13-year-old followed by vehicle – Belmont North

Tuesday, 11 Nov 2008 11:23am

NSW Police are conducting inquiries after a teenager was reportedly approached by three men in a car at Belmont North, south of Newcastle.

The 13-year-old boy was riding a bicycle along Violet Town Road about 3.45pm yesterday (Monday 10 November), when he was followed by a silver-green VR or VS model Holden Commodore.

On three occasions, the driver of the vehicle stopped and offered the boy a lift and he declined.

The vehicle then left the scene and the boy rode home and reported the incident to his father, who contacted police.

Officers attached to Lake Macquarie Local Area Command attended the boy’s home and conducted inquiries. A canvass of the Violet Town Road area was also carried out.

The driver of the vehicle was described as being of white/European appearance, aged in his early 20s, with black straight short hair. The other occupants of the vehicle have not been described.

Parents are being urged to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ message with their children.nnChildren should be encouraged by their parents to attend a police station, school, service station or shop if something happens.
nThey should also be warned not to get into a car with a person they do not know under any circumstance.

Anyone with information about the reported incident at Belmont North is asked to contact Lake Macquarie LAC or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Boy approached - Albion Park Rail

Saturday, 08 Nov 2008 05:38am

Police are appealing for the public’s help after a 12-year-old boy was approached by a man south of Wollongong last night.

About 8pm, the boy was riding his bike home along the Princes Highway at Albion Park Rail, when he noticed a man standing near a group of trees between the road and the footpath.

Another man was sitting in a white utility which was parked on the opposite side of the road with its hazard lights on.

The man walked towards the boy and said he needed to speak with him.

The boy refused, rode away and reported the incident to his mother.

The man is described as being of white/European appearance, 30 to 40 years of age, with long side burns and a goatee. He was wearing a black beanie, black jumper, track pants and possibly with a light blue bum bag.

The utility involved is a two-door model, white, approximately five to 10 years old, has an aluminium tray with no side or rails, had blue and yellow rope hanging on a coil and had its number plates concealed by black plastic.

Police believe it might be related to a similar incident in the same area last Tuesday.

Anyone with information about the two men or their car should immediately contact police at Lake Illawarra via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child reportedly
approached by unknown man – Lake Illawarra
LAC

Wednesday, 05
Nov 2008 05:15am

NSW Police are conducting inquiries after a
young girl was reportedly approached by an
unknown man at Albion Park Rail, south of
Wollongong.

About 5pm yesterday (Tuesday 4 November),
the seven-year-old girl was standing on the
footpath on Coachwood Drive when she saw a
white tabletop utility with metal boxes on
the back enter the street.

A short time later, the vehicle did a U-turn
and stopped across the road from the child.

The driver, a man described as being aged in
his 50s with a goatee beard, started to get
out of the vehicle before calling the girl
over; however, she ran from the scene and
reported what had happened to a family
member who alerted police.

Officers from Lake Illawarra Local Area
Command attended the girl’s house and spoke
with her.

Police patrolled the local area, whilst a
canvass of surrounding homes was also
conducted.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or any
suspicious activity in the local area is
urged to contact Warilla Police Station or
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The reported incident has led police to
again encourage parents to reinforce the
‘safe people, safe places’ message with
their children.
Parents are urged to discuss with their
children where they should go if something
happens, including a police station, shop,
service station or school.
They should reinforce to children that under
no circumstances should they get into a car
with a person they do not know.

Girl approached - Kingscliff

Wednesday, 29 Oct 2008 03:57pm

NSW Police are reminding parents in the Tweed Heads area to reinforce the ‘safe people and safe places’ messages with their children after reports of a 13-year-old girl being approached by a man in Kingscliff yesterday.

About 3.25pm the young girl was walking home from school on Cudgen Road. A white hatchback slowed down behind her and a man, who was driving the car, asked the victim to get in.

The girl told police she felt intimidated by the man and consequently got into the car. She travelled in the vehicle for a period of time before being dropped at Turnock Street near the shopping centre.

The teenager was not threatened or harmed in any way while she was with the man. She then contacted her mother who collected her from the shopping centre and reported the matter to police.

The man has been described to police as being 28-30 years of age, with a medium build. He had a short beard with no moustache and dark shoulder length messy hair. He had a silver bar with small silver balls on either side through his left eyebrow and wearing a dark red or maroon polo style shirt and long denim shorts. The man also had a small birthmark on his left forearm.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact Tweed Heads police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Teenager approached, assaulted by man – Sydney’s north-west

Friday, 24 Oct 2008 05:35pm

NSW Police are investigating an assault on a schoolgirl at Stanhope Gardens, in Sydney’s north-west, this afternoon.

The 15-year-old girl was walking home along Stanhope Parkway about 3.30pm when she was approached by the man, believed to be aged in his mid-20s.

The unknown man reportedly propositioned the teenager, before yelling at her and grabbing her by the hands.

A passer-by who witnessed the incident came to the girl’s assistance, causing the man to flee the scene on foot.

Police from Quakers Hill Local Area Command attended the scene and conducted inquiries, comforting the shaken teenager. Officers scoured local parkland in a bid to locate the man, while Polair was brought in to conduct an aerial search.

The man has been described to police as being 165-170cm tall with a medium build and short black hair. He was wearing a grey shirt and jacket and grey tracksuit pants at the time of the incident.

Meanwhile, the incident has again prompted police to urge parents to reinforce the ‘safe people, safe places’ messages with their children.
nParents are encouraged to talk to their children about where they should go if something happens, including a police station, shop, service station or school. They should reinforce to children that under no circumstances should they get into a car with a person they do not know.

Anyone who has information about the Stanhope Gardens incident is urged to contact Quakers Hill Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approach – Wahroonga

Saturday, 01 Nov 2008 05:39am

NSW Police are investigating an attempt to lure a teenage boy into a car at Wahroonga, in Sydney’s north.

Around 4.45pm yesterday (31 October), the 14-year-old was walking west along Kintore Street when a car pulled alongside and began shadowing him.

The teen has told police the driver repeatedly tried to entice him into the car, then threatened him with violence if he didn’t comply.

The boy instructed the man to leave, which he did.

The teen walked to a friend’s house nearby to raise the alarm.

Police want to locate a man of Middle Eastern appearance, about 50 years of age.

He was driving a red or maroon coloured Mercedes Benz sedan.

Anyone with information about the matter is urged to contact Hornsby Police on (02) 9476 9799 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Seven-year-old
boy grabbed -
Moss Vale

Tuesday, 04
Nov 2008 04:03pm

NSW Police are
appealing for
public
assistance after
a boy was
grabbed by a man
in the State’s
southern
Highlands last
week.

Shortly after
8am on Thursday
30 October a
seven year-old
boy was on his
way to school
when he was
approached by a
man near a bus
shelter at the
intersection of
Argyle Street
and Willow
Drive, Moss
Vale.

It is alleged
the man grabbed
the boy on the
shoulder and
asked him to
perform a sex
act.

The boy declined
before the man
walked away west
along Willow
Drive.

The boy then
caught a bus to
school before
reporting the
incident to his
parents later
that night.

Police were
notified and
conducted a
canvass of the
area.

Investigators
are appealing
for a man who
might be able to
assist them with
their inquiries.

He has been
described as
white/European
in appearance,
aged in his 30s,
about 180cm
tall, large
build, unshaven
with short
straight messy
brown hair. He
also had a ring
in his right
eyebrow and a
dark tattoo on
his right upper
arm.

He was wearing
glasses, a
purple T-shirt,
black tracksuit
pants and blue
boots.

Anyone with
information that
can assist
investigators is
urged to contact
Bowral Police on
4862 9899 or
Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.

Teenager attacked
in toilet block – St Marys

Tuesday, 04 Nov
2008 01:01pm

NSW Police are investigating the attempted sexual assault of a
16-year-old boy in a toilet block at St
Marys, in Sydney’s west.

Around 6.25 last night, the teenager, from
Lethbridge Park, entered the public toilet
block in East Lane and was confronted by a
man who propositioned him.

Moments later, a second man entered the
block and grabbed the youth.

Both men attempted to sexually assault the
teenager, but he managed to run from the
toilet block and telephone triple zero
(000).

Police arrived and searched the area but the
two men had fled. The men have been
described to police as being in their mid to
late 30s or early 40s.

A crime scene was established and a
statement taken from the victim.

Anyone with information about the incident
is urged to contact St Marys Police on (02)
9677 7499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Man charged over
alleged intimidation of schoolchildren —
Sydney’s west

Saturday, 01
Nov 2008 05:42am

St Marys Local Area Command detectives have
charged a man overnight following
allegations he intimidated children near a
school at Colyton.

Around 3pm yesterday (Friday 31 October), a
15-year-old girl was followed by a car as
she walked home from a nearby high school.

She’s told police, the driver made obscene
gestures towards her.

Fearing for her safety, she fled and later
telephoned triple zero (000).

The white-coloured Hyundai Excel was last
seen driving off in Hewitt Street.

A short time later, a group of schoolgirls,
aged 12 and 13, was walking along Hewitt
Street when they were subjected to the same
type of intimidation.

The girls ran and hid in the backyard of a
nearby house as the vehicle slowly drove
past.

Police from St Marys Local Area Command were
alerted and just before 7pm, they arrested a
75-year-old Colyton man.

He was taken to Penrith Police Station and
charged with six counts of intimidation and
one count of convicted child sex offender
loitering near a public place.

The man was refused bail and is expected to
appear in the Parramatta Bail Court later
this morning.

Girl followed by child sex offender

07:47 AEST Sat Nov 1 2008

Channel 9 news

A Sydney schoolgirl
has been followed by a convicted child sex offender who allegedly made
obscene gestures towards her.

Police said a 15-year-old girl was followed by a car as she
walked home from a nearby high school at Colyton in Sydney's west at about
3pm (AEDT) on Friday.

The girl told police the driver made obscene gestures
towards her before she fled to safety and telephoned triple zero.

The man, aged 75, drove a white-coloured Hyundai Excel and
later subjected a group of schoolgirls, aged 12 and 13, to the "same type of
intimidation" as they walked along Hewitt Street, Colyton, police said.

A 75-year-old Colyton man has been charged with six counts
of intimidation and one count of convicted child sex offender loitering near
a public place.

He has been refused bail and is expected to appear at
Parramatta Bail Court on Saturday.

Two children
reportedly
approached by man –
Parramatta

Friday, 24
Oct 2008 12:49pm

Police have received a report of two children being approached
by a man at
Parramatta, in
Sydney’s west.

Two girls aged 10
and seven were
waiting at a bus
stop yesterday at
the intersection of
Windermere Avenue
and Windsor Road at
Northmead around
8.20am when they
were reportedly
approached by a man
in a white van.

The man drove past
the children a
number of times
before stopping the
van across the road
from the children.
The man left the van
and allegedly
offered the girls a
lift, the girls
declined the offer.

At this point
another man and two
children have
approached the bus
stop and the man
from the white van
has returned to the
vehicle and driven
away.

The man has been
described as being
170cm tall, with a
thin build and
muscular arms. He
had large hairy
hands with a silver
ring on his left
little finger.
Police have been
told the man had
brown eyes and very
short hair and he
was wearing a black
beanie and boots.

Inspector Stirton,
Duty Officer at
Parramatta Police
has appealed for any
witnesses to come
forward “In
particular I urge
the man who
approached the bus
stop with his own
children to come
forward. He may not
have been aware of
what happened prior
to his arrival but
may have vital
information
regarding the
suspicious man’s
activities.”

Anyone who might
have witnessed the
incident or any
suspicious activity
in the area should
contact Parramatta
Police Station or
Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

The reported
incident has again
led police to urge
parents to reinforce
the ‘safe people,
safe places’ message
with their
children.nnParents
are encouraged to
talk to their
children about where
they should go if
something happens,
including a police
station, shop,
service station or
school.nnThey should
reinforce to
children that under
no circumstances
should they get into
a car with a person
they do not know.

Child approached – Hunter Valley

Wednesday, 22 Oct 2008 03:07pm

NSW Police are seeking public assistance to locate a man who approached a 12-year-old girl yesterday in the state’s Hunter Valley.

Around 6pm last night, the child was walking along Casey Drive at Hunterview when a white utility crossed to the wrong side of the road and pulled up beside her.

The girl has told police the driver offered her a lift home.

She declined and ran home to raise the alarm.

Police made several patrols of the area but were unable to locate the vehicle.

Officers from the Hunter Valley Local Area Command are investigating several recent incidents in the area involving a similar man and vehicle.

The man has been described as having a greying, unshaven face.

He was last seen wearing a khaki-coloured cap and a grey collared shirt.

The vehicle is described as an older model, single cab ute.

Anyone with information about the matter is urged to contact Hunter Valley Police on (02) 6578 7499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Child approached,
bag stolen – Beacon
Hill

Thursday, 23
Oct 2008 10:13pm

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a
nine-year-old girl
was approached and
her school bag
stolen in Sydney’s
north yesterday
afternoon.

A short time after
3pm, the girl was
standing on Lee
Street at Beacon
Hill waiting for her
father to pick her
up, when a man
starting running
towards her.

The girl turned,
dropped her school
bag and ran further
along Lee Street to
where a group of
children and parents
where standing.

She looked back up
Lee Street and saw
the man pick up her
school bag and run
down an alley way.

Police attended the
scene and searched
the area but neither
the man nor the
girl’s school bag
was found.

The man police are
searching for is
described as being
Asian appearance,
about 20 years of
age, thin build and
a moustache. He was
wearing a
long-sleeved white
t-shirt and black
shorts.

Police are appealing
for anyone with
information about
the man or the
incident is urged to
contact Northern
Beaches police via
Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Three
children reportedly approached by man whilst
playing ball - Mt Druitt LAC

2008-10-12
NSW Police have received a report of three
children being approached by a man at Lethbridge
Park, in Sydney's west.

The children - a seven-year-old boy,
nine-year-old boy and 12-year-old girl - were
playing ball in Manila Road, when they
reportedly observed the unknown man standing in
a nearby laneway.

A short time later, the children were retrieving
a stray ball from the alley when the man
allegedly approached and offered them cash to
get in his car. The children, however, ran home
and reported the incident.
Police from Mt Druitt Local Area Command
attended the scene and conducted inquiries.
Officers spoke with each child and their
parents, while a canvass of the neighbourhood
was also carried out.

The man has been described as being aged in his
mid-20s, of Aboriginal appearance, with dark
complexion, medium build, and 170cm to 175cm
tall. At the time of the incident, he was
wearing a white t-shirt with black writing
across the front and black knee-length shorts.

The children did not see a vehicle at any stage
during the incident.

Anyone who might have witnessed the incident or
any suspicious activity in the Manila Road area
should contact Mt Druitt Police Station or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The reported incident has again led police to
urge parents to reinforce the 'safe people, safe
places' message with their children. Parents are
encouraged to talk to their children about where
they should go if something happens, including a
police station, shop, service station or school.
They should reinforce to children that under no
circumstances should they get into a car with a
person they do not know.

Children
approached - Merrylands and Pemulway

2008-10-09 05:28:07

NSW Police have appealed to the public for
increased vigilance during the school holidays
after two incidents on Wednesday 8 October
involving young children who were alarmed by the
behaviour of adults.

Between 10am and 1pm yesterday a five-year-old
boy and a eight-year-old girl were playing in a
park on the corner of Merrylands Road and the
Cumberland Highway, Merrylands West.

The girl has told police she and the boy were
approached by two men while near an animal
enclosure in the park. One of the men allegedly
grabbed the boy by his wrist however the boy
pulled his hand away. The man attempted to grab
the girl however the two children ran from the
area to relatives. The man chased the children
for a short distance.

Police have been told that the man is short with
a blonde Mohawk haircut, at the time of the
incident he was wearing a white shirt with a
brown and yellow tie, long white pants and black
lace up shoes. The second man who was present at
the time is described as being tall with brown
hair wearing dark pants.

In a second incident about 11.30am a 10-year-old
boy in Pugh Avenue at Pemulway when he was
allegedly approached by a man.

Police have been told that the man stopped a
white 4WD with black roof racks near where the
boy was playing and started to walk towards the
boy before stopping to take a call on his mobile
phone.

The man has not spoken to the boy and has left
the scene shortly after.

After speaking with the boy police have been
provided with a description of the man. He is of
Mediterranean/Middle Eastern or Indian
appearance, aged in his mid 30's with short
black hair, medium build. At the time of the
incident he was wearing a long sleeved orange
and white stripped shirt with the collar flipped
up, long black pants and Nike joggers.

Police investigators continue with their
inquiries into both incidents. Anyone with
information should contact Merrylands Police or
Crime Stoppers on 1 800 333 000.

Indecent
assault - Blackett

2008-10-09 05:15:26

NSW Police are appealing for information after
an alleged indecent assault in Sydney's west
yesterday.

About 9.15am on Wednesday 8 October a
17-year-old Blackett girl was walking along
Bolderwood Road at Blackett when she was
approached by a man driving a white car.

Police have been told the man spoke to the girl
briefly before grabbing her by the arm and
indecently assaulting her. The girl broke free
of the man's grip and ran from him.

The man was last seen driving away from the
scene.

Police would like to speak to a man described as
being of Pacific Islander in appearance, about
35 years old, around 175cm tall and of medium
build. At the time of the incident he was
wearing a white t-shirt and ¾ length army
camouflage pants. He was driving a white late
model sedan possibly a Mitsubishi Magna.

Anyone who has information about the incident is
urged to contact Mt Druitt Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Children
approached - Busby & Warwick Farm

2008-10-07 13:13:41

Police have appealed to the public for increased
vigilance during the school holidays after two
recent incidents involving young children who
were alarmed by the behaviour of adults.

Shortly after 1.30pm on Sunday, 5 October a
10-year-old boy was walking to a friend's home
in Kingarth Street at Busby.

The boy has told police that a light coloured
car approached him from behind and stopped
nearby.

The driver motioned to the boy and called him to
the car. The boy was alarmed and ran to a near
by home where he was able to report the matter
to the residents.

Police have been told the man was of
Indian/Pakistani appearance and was driving a
light-gold coloured Holden Commodore.

In a second incident about 6pm on Thursday, 2
October two boys were leaving a swim centre in
Memorial Avenue at Liverpool when they were
approached by a man.

The man grabbed an 11-year-old boy by the shirt
collar and had a conversation with him. The boy
screamed for help and the man released his grip
and returned to a car parked nearby.

The two boys returned home and the matter was
not reported to an adult until the following
evening.

After speaking with the boy police have been
provided with a description of the man. He is of
Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance between
40 and 50-years-old with grey, short hair.

He is described as tall, with a thin build and
wearing a brown shirt with cream or white pants
and driving a silver car.

Police investigators continue with their
inquiries into both incidents. Anyone with
information should contact Green Valley Police
on 9607 1799, Liverpool Police on 9821 8444 or
Crime Stoppers on 1 800 333 000.

Man charged
with intimidation of children - Minto

2008-10-07 12:16:09

A man will appear in court later this month
charged with the intimidation of two children at
Minto on Thursday.

Shortly after 10pm on Thursday, 2 October two
girls 12 and 15-years of age were standing near
the intersection of Ben Lomond Road and Townson
Avenue at Minto.

Police will allege that a 34-year-old man has
driven up to the girls in a white Toyota van and
stopped next to them.

The man had a conversation with the girls and
allegedly encouraged them to get in the vehicle.

The girls refused and as the man drove away they
contacted triple zero (000).

Driving up to the girls again the man offered
them a lift and when he was told the matter had
been reported to police, he left.

On Friday, 3 October the Currans Hill man
attended Macquarie Fields Police Station where
he was charged with two counts of intimidation.

He was granted conditional bail to appear at
Campbelltown Local Court on 29 October.

Teen approached -
Emerton

2008-10-06 05:40:03

NSW Police are investigating a report of a
suspicious approach towards a teenage girl at
Emerton, in Sydney's west.

A 16-year-old girl has told officers she was
walking from her home to the Emerton shopping
centre around 3.30 yesterday afternoon when she
was approached from behind by a man.

She told police she ignored his remarks and kept
on walking, but he overtook her and looked over
his shoulder at her.

The teenager, feeling threatened, turned and ran
home to alert her parents.

Police were called and have begun an
investigation into the incident.

The suspicious man is described as being about
30 years old, with a dark complexion skin and a
solid build.

He was last seen wearing a grey t-shirt, blue
jeans, white running shoes and a yellow baseball
cap.

Police received a report overnight of an
incident where an 11-year-old boy was grabbed at
Liverpool in Sydney's south-west.

About 6pm on Thursday the 11-year-old boy and
his friend were leaving a leisure centre on
Memorial Avenue when they were approached by a
man.

The man grabbed the boy's shirt and spoke to him
before the 11-year-old screamed out.

The man let go and ran back to his vehicle.

The 11-year-old returned home but did not inform
his mother until 8pm yesterday and the incident
was then reported to police.

Police want to speak with a man described as
being tall, 40 to 50 years old, middle
eastern/Mediterranean appearance, slim build,
with shirt grey hair and wearing a brown shirt
and cream or white pants. The vehicle is only
described as silver coloured with number plates
starting with "EA".

Anyone with information that can assist
investigators is urged to contact Liverpool
Detectives or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

15-year-old
female jogger grabbed - Concord

2008-10-04 05:33:42

Police are appealing for information from the
public after a 15-year-old female jogger was
grabbed by a man at Concord in Sydney's
inner-west overnignt.

About 6:15pm the 15-year-old female was jogging
along Wellbank Street when a vehicle with two
male occupants pulled up behind her.

The passenger got out of the car, grabbed the
girl by the arm and spoke to her.

The 15-year-old pulled away while an unknown
male across the road called out.

The passenger got back into the car and the men
then left the scene.

The victim and her mother later attended the
police station and reported the incident.

Police want to speak with two men of African
appearance.

The passenger is described as having a slim
build, about 175cm tall, oily skin, about
25-years-old and wearing a dark t-shirt.

The driver is described as having an obese build
and about 25-years-old.

The vehicle is described as a black coloured two
door hatchback with tinted windows and a red
P-plate attached.

Police are appealing for the male witness to
come forward as well as anyone else with
information that can assist investigators.

Police from The Hills Local Area Command have
released the description of a vehicle and the
man occupying it after he performed an indecent
act in front of a teenage girl yesterday.

About 6pm on Thursday, 2 October a 15-year-old
girl was walking along Yoorana Place at Castle
Hill.

The girl has told police that a blue utility
drove past her down the street which is a
cul-de-sac.

After completing a turn the vehicle drove
towards the girl and stopped next to her on the
side of the road on which she was walking.

As the girl walked past the utility the man
wound down the window and she saw the male
occupant was naked and committing an act of
indecency.

The girl ran home, police were contacted a short
time later and attended. A canvas of the area
was conducted without success.

Police are now seeking assistance to identify
the vehicle and its male occupant who are
similar in description to a man and vehicle
nominated in a several incidents since August in
The Hills area.

The man has been described to police as being of
white/European appearance between 20 and
30-years-old.

He has a average build, fair complexion and
short brown coloured hair.

Anyone with information about the incident or
the vehicle is asked to contact Castle Hill
Police on 9680 5399 or Crime Stoppers on 1 800
333 000.

Child followed
whilst walking dog - Hebersham

2008-10-03 05:17:02

Police are conducting inquiries after a child
was reportedly followed by a vehicle at
Hebersham, in Sydney's west, yesterday.

The nine-year-old girl was walking her
grandmother's dog north along Ballymena Crescent
about 2.30pm.

A man from a nearby home observed a white sedan
following the child for up to 30 metres.

He followed the vehicle for a short time before
it drove off in the direction of Antrim Street.

The man reported the incident to the girl's
grandmother who contacted police.

Police from Mt Druitt Local Area Command
attended the scene and conducted inquiries. The
man was unable to give police a clear
description of the vehicle or the driver;
nevertheless, a patrol of the area was carried
out in an attempt to locate the sedan.

A canvass of the surrounding neighbourhood was
also undertaken by police in a bid to locate any
other witnesses.

Inquiries into the incident are continuing and
anyone with information that might assist
investigating officers should contact Mt Druitt
Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333
000.

Meanwhile, police are again urging parents to
reinforce the 'safe people, safe places' message
with their children. Parents are encouraged to
talk to their children about where they should
go if something happens, including a police
station, shop, service station or school. They
should reinforce to children that under no
circumstances should they get into a car with a
person they do not know.

Police
appeal over attempted abduction - Sutton Forest

2008-10-01 17:58:08

NSW Police are investigating a possible
attempted abduction that occurred in the states
south west over the weekend.

About 8.45pm on Sunday (28 September) a
20-year-old woman was driving her 2005 model
Volkswagen beetle home from a weekend in
Canberra.

She stopped at the Gordon VC (Victoria Cross)
rest area on the Hume Highway in Sutton Forest,
and got out of her car to go to the toilet. Five
minutes later when she returned to her car, she
was approached by a man.

He allegedly grabbed the woman by her hair and
started trying to pull her out of the car. She
struggled with the man and managed to shut the
driver's door on his arm, possibly injuring him.
She started her car and fled the area.

Detective Rod Grant from Bowral Police said
police believe the offender may have been
driving a dark coloured mid size sedan.

"We are hopeful that someone who may have been
at the rest area at the time of the incident
will come forward and assist the investigation."

"The victim sustained a minor head injury and is
understandably very shaken and upset. We are
appealing for anyone who may have any
information to contact us at Bowral Police
Station on 48629 299 or Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000" he said.

Stalking
charges - Emerton

2008-09-29 05:29:00

NSW Police have charged a man over the alleged
stalking and intimidation of two teenage girls
in Sydney's west on the weekend.

Investigators will allege the incident occurred
while the pair aged 14 and 15 were sitting at a
bus stop on Poppendetta Road at Emerton about
10.30pm on Saturday.

It will be claimed the two girls were offered
money to get into a vehicle parked in a nearby
car park.

They refused and contacted police.

An investigation by officers from Mount Druitt
Local Area Command led to the arrest of a
48-year-old man in the local area yesterday
afternoon.

He was interviewed and charged with two counts
of stalk/intimidation intend fear of
physical/mental harm.

The Shalvey man has been granted conditional
bail and will appear at Mt Druitt Local Court on
October 21.

Children
approached - Galston

2008-09-28 15:05:51

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance
following reports of four children being
approached in Galston in Sydney's North West
today.

Police have been told about 11:20am, four
children including two 7-year-old boys and two
girls aged 4-years-old and 14-years-old were
walking along Mid Dural Road near the
intersection of Galston Road when a white
station wagon stopped near them.

It is believed the driver of the vehicle, a
white Holden Commodore station wagon, motioned
at the children and told them to get into his
vehicle. The children declined and continued to
walk along the road.

The man allegedly drove further down the road
and again motioned to the children and told them
to get into his vehicle. The children once again
declined the offer and the man drove away.

The vehicle which is described as being a late
model Holden Commodore station wagon with white
and black number plates, was last seen heading
east towards Galston Village.

The children returned home and reported the
matter to their mother who contacted Police.

Police would like to speak to a man who might be
able to assist them with their inquiries. He is
described as being of white/European appearance,
about 50 - 60 years old, large build, grey short
hair cut in a crew cut style, wearing a
white/grey coloured shirt.

Police have conducted patrols of the area and
investigations into the matter are continuing.

Anyone who may have seen the Holden or knows the
man's identity is urged to contact Hornsby
Police on 9476 9799 or Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.

Boy grabbed -
Hurstville

2008-09-28 05:38:39

NSW Police are investigating a report of a boy
being assaulted at Hurstville last night.

About 5.15pm, a six-year-old boy was playing
alone in the front yard of his house on Warraba
Street when a white sedan stopped in front of
him.

He reported a man got out of the car and grabbed
him on the back of his shirt. The boy managed to
break free of the man's grip and run inside his
house.

When his father went outside to investigate
there was no sign of the man or his car.

Officers from Hurstville Local Area Command
attended the scene and seized the boy's shirt
for DNA testing.

At this stage, investigators have been unable to
find any witnesses to the incident and expect to
further interview the boy today to gain a more
thorough description of the man.

Anyone who can help should contact Hurstville
Police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, police are continuing to urge parents
to reinforce the 'safe people safe places'
messages with their children.

These include talking to their children about
where they should go if something happens,
including a shop, service station, police
station or school.

They should reinforce to children that under no
circumstances should they get into a car with a
person they do not know.

Police also recommend that where possible
children should be escorted to and from school
by an adult or, if not possible, to walk in
groups.

Police maintain safety
messages after reports of more children
approached

2008-09-20

NSW Police are continuing to urge children and
parents to be alert with a number of additional
reports of children being approached by men in
recent days.

Yesterday police received a number of separate
reports of suspicious behaviour by men to
children.

· Just after 3pm on Thursday (18
September), two girls aged 11 were walking along
North Rocks Road when they noticed a green
Toyota Camry sedan or station wagon at traffic
lights at Pennant Hills Road. The male driver
allegedly wound down his window and stared at
the pair then waved at them. The girls ran away
onto Jenkins Road where they again spotted the
Camry before running to a relative's home
nearby. The man is described as being of Asian
appearance.

· About 3.15pm on Thursday an 11-year-old
boy was allegedly approached by a white Toyota
van with a rusty towbar and white windows at the
intersection of Walters Road and Bellevue
Street, Blacktown. He told police the van
followed him, at one stage blocking his path,
before he ran home. He was unable to provide a
description of the two men on board but said one
was wearing a red cap.

· Just before 4pm on Thursday a
16-year-old boy was allegedly offered a lift by
a man in a silver utility at the intersection of
Oxford Road and Kingfisher Street, Ingleburn.
The boy told police he declined, and when the
man stopped his car and alighted from the
vehicle, the boy ran from the scene. The man is
described as being of white/European appearance,
40-50 years old, about 185-190cm tall with a
medium build, tanned skin and black hair.

· About 5pm on Thursday 18 September, an
eight-year-old girl was walking along Dartbrook
Road, Auburn, when it is alleged a man
approached her and asked a number of questions.
The girl did not answer and ran home. Meanwhile
on Friday 19 September, about 4:30pm, the girl
was again walking on Dartbrook Road when the
same man approached her and allegedly put his
hand on her back and asked her to go with him
and get in his car. The girl managed to run
home. The man has been described to police as
being approximately 30 years old, about 160cm
tall with short dark hair, brown eyes and
unshaven.

· Another eight-year-old girl has
reported the same man approached her when she
was standing outside a fruit shop at a shopping
centre in Auburn on Sunday 14 September. The man
allegedly held the girl's shoulder however she
broke from the man's grasp and ran away,
informing her father of the incident.

· Yesterday afternoon (Friday 19
September) a teenage girl reported to police
that she saw a teenage male being forced into a
maroon-coloured sedan on Beecroft Road, Epping.
Police have carried out extensive patrols and
other inquiries but have not yet identified any
missing persons.

Police are continuing to make inquiries into all
the incidents and are also appealing for anyone
with information to assist detectives to contact
them at the appropriate police station or via
Crime Stoppers or 1800 333 000.

Police would also like to hear from anyone who
witnesses behaviour they believe is suspicious
or out of the ordinary.

Officers are continuing to urge parents to
reinforce the 'safe people safe places' messages
with their children.

These include talking to their children about
where they should go if something happens,
including a shop, service station, police
station or school.

They should reinforce to children that under no
circumstances should they get into a car with a
person they do not know.

Police also recommend that where possible
children should be escorted to and from school
by an adult or, if not possible, to walk in
groups.

Teen
approached - St Marys

2008-09-22

NSW Police are investigating a reported incident
of a teenager being approached by a man tonight
at St Marys in Sydney's west.

Around 6pm, a 14-year-old boy was walking
towards a recreational centre in Mamre Road when
he reportedly saw a red, two-door hatchback pull
up.

The teen has told police, a man got out and
ordered him over to the vehicle.

The youth claims he ignored the demand and kept
walking, only to be followed by the man.

He reportedly hid in a nearby car park until the
man left the area and then caught the bus home
where he contacted police an hour later.

Police attended, searched the area and conducted
a canvass for potential witnesses.

The man is described as white European in
appearance, 180 centimetres tall, 20-to-30 years
of age, with dark hair and a fair complexion.

He was reportedly wearing a black shirt, jeans
and dark sunglasses.

Anyone with information about this matter is
urged to contact St Marys Police on (02) 9677
7499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Boy approached -
Greta

2008-09-20

NSW Police are investigating an incident at
Greta in the Hunter Valley, in which a man has
tried to entice a young boy into his car.

Around 4pm this afternoon, the eight-year-old
was riding his bicycle in Sale Street when he
was approached by a man in a car.

The driver asked the boy to get into the vehicle
but the boy refused, instead racing home to
inform his parents who contacted police.

The man is described as having olive-coloured
skin with brown hair and sporting a medium
length beard.

He was reportedly driving a white utility, which
featured a cover over the back.

Hunter Valley Police are seeking witnesses to
the incident.

Anyone with information about the matter is
urged to contact Hunter Valley Police on (02)
6542 6811 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police seek man over
child assault - Eastwood

2008-09-19 10:48:42

NSW Police are appealing to the
public for information after a report of an
assault on a young girl by a man at Carlingford
earlier this week.

Between 4pm and 4.30pm on Wednesday, 17
September, a nine-year-old local girl was
walking west along the south side of North Rocks
Road between Morshead Road and Tobruk Road.

The girl told police that a green, four-door
sedan pulled up next to her. A man alighted from
the vehicle and grabbed the girl in a 'bear-hug'
around the neck.
The man then moved towards the car and the child
was able to bite his arm, causing him to let her
go.

The child ran towards her home and was followed
for a short distance before the car disappeared.

The matter was reported to school authorities on
Thursday and then passed onto police who
conducted an interview with her yesterday
afternoon.
The man has been described to police as being of
Asian appearance, 45 - 50 years old, dark
complexion with a medium build. He was between
167 and 175cm tall with balding, short dark hair
and is described as having one eye larger than
the other.

Investigators have appealed for anyone that
might have information about this incident to
contact police at Eastwood on 9858 5944 or Crime
Stoppers on 1 800 333 000.
Callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous
and a reward of up to $1000 is available for
information which leads to an arrest.

Masked attacker tries
to take schoolgirl, 9

Article from:

By
Kara Lawrence

September 18, 2008 12:00am

A NINE-year-old
girl told police how a man wearing a balaclava
said her parents had sent him to pick her up -
before trying to grab her on the way home from
school.

The victim - the latest of six reported
child abduction attempts in Sydney in the past
month - told police she saw the man's blue eyes
staring at her through a pair of eyeholes in his
mask.

Police and education authorities warned
children not to walk alone and to refuse to get
into the car of anyone they do not know.

Despite a white van described in more than
one incident, police are reluctant to link the
attacks due to so many of the vehicles on roads.

The police hierarchy defended its decision
not to alert the public via the media until 20
hours later, citing "investigative" reasons.

The latest victim, an Auburn West Public
School student, left school and was on her way
to meet her father on Tuesday afternoon when the
man tried to grab hold of her wrist.

The incident occurred about 3.20pm in
Rhoades Lane, Auburn West. Police said that
after the man claimed he had spoken to her
parents the girl pushed the man, who lost his
balance and fell.

"A second man drove towards the child in
an older-style white van and called for the
other man to get in," he said.

The vehicle, an older-model Toyota van,
drove down a laneway and the girl ran back to
her school where she told teachers about the
incident. Teachers alerted police.

Police said another person described a
person or people in a white van acting
suspiciously in the area on September 12.

Inspector Patrick Wunsch of Auburn police
said children should be careful walking alone.

"Obviously children should remain in the
company of their parents and exercise (care) at
all times," he said.

Police said the attacker was described as
white or European, skinny, with dark blue eyes
and dark hair on the back of his hands.

He wore a white T-shirt, black dress pants
and shoes.

Other reported abduction attempts have
occurred in Tempe, Blacktown (two attempts), St
Marys and Cambridge Park in the past month. On
September 3, two men in a white van allegedly
pulled up alongside a 14-year-old girl on
Holbeach Ave at Tempe but failed to pull her
inside.

Boy approached by women in
4WD - Werrington

2008-09-18

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance after a boy was approached by
a vehicle at Werrington in Sydney's west yesterday.

About 3pm a nine-year-old boy left his nearby primary school and was walking
west along Cottage Street when he noticed a late model dark coloured
four-wheel-drive.

Two female occupants of the vehicle allegedly offered the boy a lift. The boy
didn't respond and continued walking along Cottage Street.

The occupants again offered him a lift when he ran into land at the end of a
cul-de-sac and into Victoria Street. The boy's mother was driving along Victoria
Street at the time and picked him up.

The incident was then reported to St Marys Police Station.

Police conducted a patrol of the area and inquiries into the incident are
continuing.

Investigators are appealing for two females who might be able to assist with
inquiries.

They are both described as being aged in their early 20s and both have blonde
hair.

"I urge parents to talk to their children about where they should go if
something happens to them such as a shop, service station, police station or
school," he said.

"It is recommended that, where possible, children are escorted to and from
school by an adult. If this isn't possible, they should walk in groups with
other children," Det Insp Holton said.

Police urge anyone who may have seen the described vehicle or its occupants to
contact St Marys Police on 9677 7499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Girl approached in
attempted abduction - Auburn

2008-09-17
Police are appealing for public assistance following an alleged attempted
abduction of a nine-year-old girl at Auburn yesterday.

About 3.20pm on Tuesday 16 September, the girl who had left her nearby primary
school was walking along Rhodes Lane to meet her father at a prearranged
location.

A man approached the girl and after a brief comment attempted to grab her by the
wrist. The girl has told police that she was able to push the man who
overbalanced and fell.

A second man drove towards the child in an older style white van and called for
the other man to get in. The vehicle was last seen driving along Rhodes Lane and
the child ran back to school where police were contacted. She had suffered some
superficial injuries to her arm.

Police conducted an extensive canvas of the area and took a record of another
previously unreported incident of a suspicious male in a van on Friday, 12
September.

The first man has been described as being of white/European appearance, dark
blue eyes and with a skinny build. He was wearing a white t-shirt, black dress
pants and shoes with dark hair on the back of his hands. This man was wearing a
balaclava. The male driver of the older style white Toyota van was not further
described.

Flemington Local Area Commander, Superintendent Brett Henderson is asking
parents to reinforce the 'safe people, safe places' messages with their
children.

"I urge parents to regularly speak to their children and remind them of the
dangers of speaking to strangers whilst walking to and from school," he said.

"Make sure your children are familiar with the surrounds and discuss safe places
they are able to go to if they encounter these unfortunate situations,"
Superintendent Henderson said.

Police urge anyone who may have seen the described vehicle or persons is urged
to contact Flemington Police on 9649 8699 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police appeal for public
assistance following attempted abduction - Blacktown

2008-09-17

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance following the alleged attempted
abduction of two young girls at Blacktown last week.

About 9.10am on Friday 12 September, the two girls aged 11 and 12 years, were
walking towards their primary school on Flushcombe Road.

The girls were near the intersection of Heapy Street when a car stopped next to
them and the driver beeped the horn. The driver opened the door, stepped onto
the footpath and asked the girls to enter the car. The girls immediately ran
towards the school and the car followed for a short distance before they managed
to reach the school grounds.

Police were alerted to the incident when the girls reported the matter to
teachers at school. A canvass of the surrounding area was conducted and
detectives attached to Blacktown Local Area Command are conducting inquiries
into the incident.

The car has been described to police as being a grey 4WD, possibly a "Jeep",
with slightly tinted windows.

Police are interested in speaking with the occupants of the car who might be
able to assist with inquiries.

The driver has been described as being of white/European appearance, aged
between 30 to 40 years with brown hair.

The passenger is a male described as white/European or Asian in appearance fair
skin, aged between 30 to 40 years with blond to brown hair. He was wearing a
grey jumper with an "Adidas" logo on the front and blue jeans.

"I urge parents to regularly speak to their children and remind them of the
dangers of speaking to strangers whilst walking to and from school," he said.

"Make sure your children are familiar with the surrounds and discuss safe places
they are able to go to if they encounter these unfortunate situations,"
Detective Inspector Hutchen said.

Police urge anyone who may have seen the described vehicle or person to contact
Blacktown Police on 9671 9199 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Sunday
27-Jul-2008 (2023 hrs CST)

Attempted Abduction

NT Police have arrested a 35-year-old man in relation to the attempted abduction
of a 6-year-old girl that occurred at approximately 8.15 pm on Friday 25 July at
the Wycliffe Well Roadhouse, 120 kilometres south of Tennant Creek.

The incident occurred as the girl, her mother, 8-year-old sister and 4-year-old
brother attempted to enter their white Toyota sedan which was parked in the
driveway next to petrol bowsers.

The man allegedly ran out from some shadows and picked up the girl as her mother
was unlocking the car and put her under his arm before running towards nearby
bushland.

It is understood the 30-year-old woman chased after him whilst calling out for
help and after approximately 100 metres he tripped on a rock, dropping the girl
as he fell to the ground.

The woman then picked up her daughter and ran back to the roadhouse.

Two male employees of Wycliffe Well came to the woman’s assistance and attempted
to apprehend the offender however the offender allegedly punched one of them
before fleeing into bushland.

Police from Ali Curung attended and arrested the 35-year-old man after finding
him close to the scene.

He was conveyed to the Tennant Creek Watch House where Detectives from their
Investigations Unit are continuing their enquiries.

The 6-year-old girl was treated for cuts and abrasions to her face and body as a
result of the fall.

Police praise the courageous efforts of the employees who assisted the victim in
this incident and are urging any witnesses to contact them on 131 444 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Student foils attempted
attack - Blacktown (Sydney)

2008-07-29 14:22:18

Wet hair has helped an 11-year-old school girl escape from a man in Blacktown
yesterday afternoon. The Year 5 student was walking home in Tulloch St near
Grant St, when a man attempted to grab the girl, taking hold of her pony tail.

Heavy rain assisted the student's escape, with the man unable to grip her wet
hair, allowing the girl to break free and run home.

Investigators describe the man as being between 30-35 years old, 175cm tall,
medium build with light brown skin. He had a distinctive beard without a
moustache, black beanie, grey jumper and black pants. The man was holding a
stick or a bat under his arm.

Superintendent Mark Wright from Blacktown Local Area Command, says the young
girl first saw the man sitting in an older style, four door sedan, possibly
bearing NSW number plates which included the letters YG.

He said witnesses to the incident may be able to provide vital information to
police. "There would have been a lot of people in the area of Tulloch St,
Blacktown around 3.00pm yesterday. We would ask anyone who saw a man fitting
this description to contact Blacktown Detectives."

Anyone with information about the incident should contact Blacktown Police or
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Attempted
abduction, Goodna: Last updated 06/06/2008

QLD Police are investigating an incident
where a teenage girl was grabbed as she walked home from work last night.
Around 9pm the 16-year-old girl was walking along Queen Street, Goodna when she
was grabbed from behind and dragged into the grounds of a school. The girl’s
screams alerted a local resident who went to her aid chasing the male away. He
is described as between 16 and 19-years-old, approximately 170cm tall, with a
slim build and short dark hair. He was wearing dark track pants and a dark
coloured short sleeved shirt.

Police encourage child safety awareness - Lake
Macquarie

2008-05-28 17:54:53

Lake Macquarie Police are encouraging parents to reinforce 'safe people, safe
places' messages to their children after two reports of children allegedly being
approached in the area.

Police have been told a 12-year-old girl was walking south on the Pacific
Highway, Belmont North, at 8.20am today when an unknown man got out of a car and
allegedly tried to pull her into the vehicle. The girl pushed the man and ran
off.

The vehicle was described to police as a blue Mazda.

Police have also been told an 11-year-old girl was walking along Pacific Street
in Caves Beach, Lake Macquarie, about 5pm yesterday when she was allegedly
approached by an unknown man and asked to get into a vehicle.

The vehicle was described to police as a white van with dark windows and yellow
and black plates. The driver was described as being of white/European
appearance, about 40 to 50 years, approximately 180cm tall, of medium build,
bald with short grey/brown hair at the sides and back and a long grey/brown
beard.

Anyone with information relating to the reported incidents is urged to call
Lake Macquarie Police on 4942-9940 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Children should be encouraged to identify safe places in the streets around
where they live and on the route to places where they regularly go, like school
and the shops.

Parents are also urged to ensure their children walk to and from school with a
'safe adult' or in a group with friends, not alone, and avoid taking detours to
other locations.

Some further things parents can do include:

· If possible, use busier roads and streets, or paths where other people
are likely to be. Avoid back lanes and short cuts through isolated areas.

· Tell children to avoid talking to people they don't know, including
people in cars that pull over to the side of the road, and instil in them that
they should never go anywhere or get into a car with someone they don't know.

· Always tell children if someone other than the parent is going to pick
them up from school.

· Talk to child about where they should go for help if they feel scared
or something happens to them. Safe places to go would include a shop, service
station, police station or school.

· Use common signs to help children identify 'safe places' they can
approach for help. For example, the police blue checked square, the family's own
doctor's surgery, a service station or library, information sign at a shopping
centre or a hospital if there is one close to home or school.

Parents are encouraged to walk the route to and from school with their children,
making sure it is the safest way to travel. If possible, use busier roads and
streets, or paths where other people are likely to be. Avoid back lanes and
short cuts through isolated areas.

Tell your children to avoid talking to people they don't know, including people
in cars that pull over to the side of the road, and instil in them that they
should never go anywhere or get into a car with someone they don't know.
Talk to your child about where they should go for help if they feel scared or
something happens to them, like a shop, service station, police station or
school.

**************************************************

*Note from Nicole - once again we have a
young girl catching a train and walking home alone - WHY?? Children are precious
gifts that we are entrusted to care for until they can care for themselves. It
is NOT acceptable for children to be travelling alone, and I can assure you this
man would have been watching for ANY child alone, and targeted her because she
had no one to protect her.

KEEP YOUR CHILDREN SAFE!!!!!!!!!

Police appeal for public assistance following attempted
abduction - Lakemba

2008-05-25 05:28:47

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a vehicle believed to have
been involved in an attempted abduction of an 11-year-old local girl in Lakemba
yesterday afternoon.

The vehicle is described as a late 90's light blue Ford Futura with 'spinners'
wheels. Police are appealing for anyone with information about the vehicle's
whereabouts, or the owner of the vehicle, to contact Campsie Police immediately.

Around 3.50pm yesterday, (Saturday 24 May) the 11-year old girl got off a train
at Lakemba Station. The girl noticed a blue Ford Futura on the Boulevarde near
the intersection of Croydon Street. She also noticed the man in the car was
staring at her.

The girl continued to walk in a westerly direction on The Boulevarde and turned
left into Croydon Street, Lakemba. At this point, the girl noticed the man was
following her. He pulled up near the girl and told her to get into his car. The
girl ran in a southerly direction on Croydon Street and turned left into Oneata
Street where she hid in a garden until she could no longer see the man and his
car.
A short time later, the girl started to walk back along Oneata Street towards
Croydon Street but again saw the man. She ran approximately 200 metres into the
front yard of a nearby home and sought help from a resident.

The man reversed his car and did a U-turn. He was last seen travelling east in
Oneata Street, Lakemba. The man is described as Middle Eastern and overweight in
appearance. He had grey hair and a black moustache.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the whereabouts of the
light blue Ford Futura with 'spinners wheels' to contact Campsie Police Station
on 9784 9399 or call Crime Stoppers on 1 800 333 000.

Attempted child abductor sought
17 April 2008

Kensington (WA) Detectives are searching for a person who
attempted to abduct two children at a Karawara park on the weekend.

A seven year old girl and her family were having lunch at George
Burnett Park on Manning Road in Karawara on Sunday afternoon. She was with her
four year old brother and their cousins in the playground while their families
were about 50 metres away under a gazebo.

At about 12.45pm she was approached by a male on a BMX bike. He
asked her to hop on his bike but she refused. The male then asked her four year
old brother. He picked up the four year old and sat him on the centre bar of the
bike between his arms.

The male started to move away with the four year old on his
bike. The mother of the four year old saw what was happening and yelled at him
several times to get off the bike but the male kept moving away from the family
with the boy. After a short time the male grabbed the boy and threw him off the
bike. The male then rode towards the skate park where he met up with three other
males. The mother walked towards him but he rode away.

Kensington Detectives want to speak to a male person described
as Caucasian, aged between 16-18 years, wearing a blue baseball cap, a black
shirt and black jeans and riding a black BMX bike.

Anyone with any information on the incident is asked to call

Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.

Attempted Abduction in Huntingdale
13 March 2008

WA Police are seeking information from the public about a
possible attempted abduction of an 8 year old girl at a park on Holmes Street in
Huntingdale, on Wednesday 5 March 2008.

The girl had been with friends at the B Reserve Sutherlands
Park around 6.00pm. She went to play alone near the car park and a vehicle with
two males on board stopped.

The pair spoke with the girl and attempted to lure her into
the vehicle. She ran to a nearby group of parents and raised the alarm.

The male driver of the vehicle has a medium build and olive
complexion, black short cropped hair and was wearing a black t-shirt and grey
pants. The male passenger has a similar build and was wearing a white t-shirt.

The vehicle is an early model white two door utility, with a
black bull bar and three white bars across the rear glass window of the cab.

Armadale Detectives would like anyone who has information
that would assist their investigation to call Crime Stoppers on

1800 333 000.

Missing girl found naked and bruised

Posted Tue Mar 4, 2008 5:29pm AEDT

WA police are trying to retrace the movements of a 5-year-old
girl who disappeared for3 hours and was later found naked on Sunday night.

The girl was reported missing from her North Beach home about 9 o'clock and
was not seen until she knocked on the door of a house almost five kilometres
away in Sorrento just after midnight.

Police say there is concern because she was naked and had scratches and
bruises on her face when she was found.

Detective Senior Constable Gavin Kerber from the Child Protection Squad says
police are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen the girl, who was wearing a
light coloured pyjama top and has blonde hair.

"We have spoken to the child, there's a lot of questions we've had to ask the
child," he said.

"At this stage she's been through quite a traunatic experience, being away
from home for such an amount of time at that time of night, so that's why we're
appealing to the public for help."

Witnesses sought to attempted kidnapping

Release date: Fri 15 February
2008

Shepparton (Victoria) police are calling on community assistance in
identifying a man who allegedly attempted to kidnap a boy in Shepparton this
week.

On Monday, 11 February, the 11-year-old alighted from a school
bus in Wright Avenue at 4.15pm, when a white station wagon pulled up beside
him.

A man opened the front passenger door and told the boy to get in. After
he refused, he demanded the boy get in, stating his mother had instructed him
to pick up the child.

The boy again refused and the man drove off.

The man has been described as being aged between 20 and 30 years,
Caucasian with black spiky hair, medium build, tanned complexion and two
earrings in his left ear. He was also described as having some type of injury
on his right cheek.

At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a white tank top and
blue jeans.

Anyone with information on his identity is urged to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
Shepparton police.

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Thursday 14-Feb-2008 (1637 hrs CST)

Public assistance sought - Millner

NT
Police are investigating the circumstances of the disappearance of a
seven-year-old girl from her home at Millner yesterday afternoon.

The young girl had been playing outside when her family noticed her missing,
searching the home and surrounding area before alerting police.

A concerned resident of Jingili found the girl wandering along Trower Road,
looking lost and helped her to contact her father.

It is alleged that shortly before 5pm the girl hopped into a white four-door
sedan driven by a man near the corner of McMillan’s Road and Ryland Road
Millner. She was driven to a location in the vicinity of Trower Rd, Jingili.

Anyone who may have noticed a vehicle matching this description in the area at
the time or dropping off a child a little later is asked to contact police on
131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Friday 15-Feb-2008 (1630 hrs CST)

Update - Public assistance sought - Millner

Following further interviews with the 7-year-old girl who disappeared from
her home in Millner on Wednesday afternoon, additional, distinctive information
regarding the description of the vehicle is as follows:

The vehicle is described as a small, white, 4 door vehicle with red flames
painted down side. The steering wheel is red in colour and the car has a
sunroof.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the disappearance of this
girl and urge anyone who may have noticed a vehicle matching this distinctive
description in the area at the time or dropping off a child a little later to
contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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*Read this first item below and tell me if
you think it's safe to let your children go to the local shops on their own?

Man charged with indecent dealing, stalking at
Gladstone

Last updated 22/11/2007

Gladstone detectives have charged a 45-year-old Bundaberg man after he
allegedly indecently assaulted a 10-year-old girl on Sunday.

Around 7am, the girl and her brother were in the 5 Star Food Mart on the
corner of Glenlyon and Phillip Streets, Gladstone when the man allegedly
approached the girl and assaulted her within the store.

It is also alleged the man then followed the children along Phillip Street
in his car before eventually driving off.

The man has been charged with three counts of indecent treatment of a
child under 16, stalking, entering premises with intent and common assault.

He has been bailed to appear in Gladstone Magistrates Court on January 10,
2008.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen a small white sedan in
the vicinity of Glenlyon and Phillip streets between 6.20am and 7am on Sunday to
please contact Gladstone Child Protection and Investigation Unit on 4971 3244.

Anyone with information which could assist police with their
investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

St George Police is seeking the assistance of the public following an alleged
assault of a girl in Sydney's south today.

About 2pm the six-year-old girl was at Kyeemagh Baths, adjacent to General
Holmes Drive when she was allegedly assaulted by a man.

Detectives are appealing for a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.

He is described as African in appearance, 35-40 years of age, about 180cm tall
with a fat build and short black hair. He was wearing long white shorts and no
shirt.

Any person who may have seen the man or the alleged assault is urged to contact
St George Police on 8566 7499 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police wish to remind parents to be especially vigilant in the supervision of
their children in beachfront areas during the holiday period.

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Attempted abduction - Morwell

Release date: Mon 19 November 2007

Victorian Police are appealing for public assistance in relation to an
attempted abduction which occurred in Moe this morning as a 13-year-old girl
walked to school.

Police say the girl was walking east along Waterloo
Road Moe between Merrvyn Street and Moffat Street at approximately 8.10am when
she was approached by a man.

After a brief conversation, the man tried to force the young girl into
his car before releasing her and driving away from the scene.

The car was last seen travelling north in Merrvyn Street Moe.

The car is described as a small, light coloured four door sedan or
hatch.

The man is described as Caucasian, between 30 and 40 years of age, of
medium build, approximately 5’7” tall and is believed to be bald with no
facial hair/clean shaven.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
www.crimestoppers.com.au

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QLD Police investigate reported abduction

Last updated 12/11/2007

Petrie police are investigating a claim from a 12-year-old girl that a man
grabbed her from her bedroom at Murrumba Downs and dragged her to a car, driving
a distance before letting her go.

The
girl has told police that about 5am on November 8 she was in her home in the
vicinity of Warrego Crescent, Buchanan Street and Burdekin Street when a man
with light brown short spiky hair and blue eyes entered her bedroom.

She told police he dragged her to a silver dual cab utility with a dark green
torneau parked nearby and driven about two kilometres before being dropped off
in Castle Hill Drive a short time later.

When she was dropped off she reported seeing a female jogger wearing some
pink clothing and a man and woman sitting in a white sedan in Castle Hill
Drive. Two further people were also seen at the nearby bus stop.

This matter was reported to police at the time and police immediately began
an investigation. Police have been examining aspects of the report and
attempting to identify witnesses and the offender.

The offender is described as being 30 to 40 years of age, with a fair
complexion, muscular build, light brown short spiky hair and blue eyes. He wore
a navy blue polar fleece vest with a white singlet underneath, navy track pants
with zips at the knees and a white face mask covering the lower part of his
face.

The young girl was wearing a blue and orange sports jacket and shorts at the
time. She has light coloured hair and a thin build.

Police are appealing to witnesses of this incident to come forward, in
particular the female jogger and two occupants of a white sedan who may have
seen the child getting out of the silver dual cab utility.

Anyone with information which could assist the investigation should
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Detective Senior Sergeant Joe Zitny of
the Pine Rivers Child Protection and Investigation Unit on 3285 0239.

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03/11/2007
Attempted abduction, Cairns, QLD:Police are looking for a
man after an attempted abduction in Manoora, west of Cairns this morning.
Between 6am and 6.30am today it is believed a man entered a residence in Manoora
through an unsecured door and attempted to abduct a three-year-old child. The
family of the child was woken at the time and disturbed the man who as a result
fled the scene. The man is described as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait
Islander appearance about 18 years of age, 170cm tall and of medium build. He
had black curly hair and was wearing a dark singlet, 3/4 length denim shorts and
a dark cap. Anyone who may have seen a man matching this description in the
Manoora area should contact Cairns police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police investigations into the incident are continuing.

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DATE 03/11/2007 TIME 16:21

Paralowie – Abduction & Sexual Assault

Detectives from the SA Sexual Crime Investigation Branch are
investigating an incident that occurred between 12.01am and 4.00am on Saturday 3

rd
of November 2007 in which a primary school
aged girl was abducted from her home address and sexually assaulted in the
vicinity of the Paralowie R-12 School, at Whites Road Paralowie. The child has
subsequently been located.

The male offender is described as:

·

Male Caucasian, aged 35-37
years, approximately 183 cm tall, short dark hair, goatee beard , medium build,
with an eyebrow ring in one of his eyebrows. The

offender also spoke with a croaky voice. He was wearing black
top possibly a T-shirt, dark long pants and dark coloured boots.

Police are appealing for members of the public who may have any
information to call BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

DATE
05/11/2007

TIME 16:20

Paralowie – Abduction & Sexual Assault

Further to the media release of 3/11/07.

Detectives from the Sexual Crime Investigation Branch have
ascertained that two handbags are believed to have been stolen from the home
address of the victim, the bags contained a number of items including a purse, a
quantity of cash, personal and credit cards and a mobile phone.

The stolen mobile phone is believed to be a ‘nokia’ 3315 model
which was grey at the front and white at the rear. The rear of the phone is
quite distinctive and it is covered with coloured beads that have been stuck on
the phone in the shape of hearts.

Police are also seeking a man who was sighted at the corner of
Ancona Street and Correena Ave at Paralowie at about 5.00am on Saturday 3
November 2007, this man is described as:

·

Male Caucasian, slim build
, wearing a black T-shirt and grey tracksuit pants, it is believed that he had
tattoos on his arms, had a goatie beard and his clothing appeared to be wet.

The investigation is continuing and police are appealing for
members of the public who may have any information to call BankSA Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

10-year-old 'taken from her bed'

November 7, 2007 - 9:32AM

A 28-year-old man has been charged with the kidnap and rape of a 10-year-old
girl who was taken from her northern Adelaide suburbs home while she slept.

The girl was sleeping on a mattress in the lounge room of the family's
Paralowie home when she was abducted between midnight and 4am (CDT) on Saturday.

She was sexually assaulted at several locations around a nearby primary
school but was released after the attack.

SA Police spokesman Tim Dodds said a Paralowie man presented himself at
Salisbury police station in relation to the assault about 10pm (CDT) yesterday.

Senior Constable Dodds said the man had been charged with kidnapping, rape,
aggravated serious criminal trespass, and one count each of attempted deception,
unlawful possession and driving while disqualified.

He was remanded in custody to appear at the Elizabeth Magistrates Court later
today.

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Attempt Abduction - Hackham West

South Coast, SA Police are investigating and seeking
information from the public following an attempted abduction of a young girl at
Hackham West this afternoon.

At about 12.30pm on Monday 8/10/07, a young girl was at the
junction of Amsterdam Road and Doric Court Hackham West*,
when a black Holden Commodore sedan containing two men pulled up next to the
girl. One of the males got out of the vehicle and grabbed the girl by the arm
and tried to get her into the car, but the girl was able break free and run off.

The driver of the Commodore is described as approximately 60
years of age, medium build with long grey hair and a grey beard that came down
to his chest.

The passenger who got out of the car is described as
Caucasian, approximately 65 years of age, medium build, 183cms tall, he had a
bald head and was wearing blue jeans, a white t-shirt with a band on both
sleeves and spoke with an Australian accent.

The Black Commodore sedan they were travelling in had
possibly interstate number plates, with the registration in red numbers starting
with 534??? on a white background.

Police are requesting that anyone who witnessed this incident
or who has any further information regarding the incident or the vehicle to
contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

*Editor's note - this is the same
suburb Louise Bell was abducted from 24 years ago.